Balboa High School
High school in San Francisco, CA · San Francisco Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 50% of Balboa High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard. In reading, that is 3 points below the San Francisco Unified average (54%) and about the same as the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 34% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 7th of 15 public high schools in San Francisco. Reading results in 2026 were 20 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 11 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 70% | 66% | 50% | −20 pts |
| Math | 44% | 46% | 33% | −11 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Balboa High School | 50% | 33% |
| San Francisco Unified | 54% | 46% |
| San Francisco County | 53% | 45% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 120 of 152 freshman applicants from Balboa High School (79%), and 60 enrolled.
Homes near Balboa High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94112, where Balboa High School is located, is $1.18M, up 12% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | City Arts & Leadership Academy CharterSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 45% | 14% | $1.18M |
| 1.9 mi | Phillip and Sala Burton Academic HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 49% | 17% | $1.09M |
| 2.3 mi | Jefferson HighDaly City · Grades 9-12 | 48% | 26% | $1.00M |
| 2.3 mi | Thurgood Marshall HighSan Francisco · Grades 8-12 | 17% | 9% | $938K |
| 2.5 mi | Lowell HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 93% | 87% | $1.40M |
| 2.8 mi | Mission HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 26% | 15% | $2.05M |
School details
- Address
- 1000 Cayuga Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (415) 469-4090
- District
- San Francisco Unified
- County
- San Francisco County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,195 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 38684783830288
Common questions
How did Balboa High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 50% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Balboa High School?
1,195 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Balboa High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 120 of 152 UC freshman applicants from Balboa High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 22% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Balboa High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94112, where Balboa High School is located, is $1.18M, up 12% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Balboa High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which San Francisco Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.