Serving 1,183 students in grades 6-8, Giannini (A.p.) Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School's student population of 1,183 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Giannini (A.p.) Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#901 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
51%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
20%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giannini (A.p.) Middle School's ranking?
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School is ranked #901 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Giannini (A.p.) Middle School often compared to?
Giannini (A.p.) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover (Herbert) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Giannini (A.p.) Middle School?
1,183 students attend Giannini (A.p.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Giannini (A.p.) Middle School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giannini (A.p.) Middle School?
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Giannini (A.p.) Middle School offer ?
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Giannini (A.p.) Middle School part of?
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Giannini (A.p.) Middle School located?
Giannini (A.p.) Middle School is located in the Outer Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Outer Sunset.
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