George Washington High School
High school in San Francisco, CA · San Francisco Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 67% of George Washington High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 45% met the math standard. In reading, that is 14 points above the San Francisco Unified average (54%) and 18 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 66% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 2nd of 15 public high schools in San Francisco. Reading results in 2026 were 12 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 14 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 79% | 69% | 67% | −12 pts |
| Math | 58% | 52% | 45% | −14 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| George Washington High School | 67% | 45% |
| 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 235 of 284 freshman applicants from George Washington High School (83%), and 122 enrolled.
Homes near George Washington High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94121, where George Washington High School is located, is $1.86M, up 20.1% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 mi | Abraham Lincoln HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 56% | 36% | $1.65M |
| 2.5 mi | Raoul Wallenberg Traditional HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 44% | 26% | $1.58M |
| 3.0 mi | Gateway High CharterSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 64% | 25% | $1.58M |
| 3.3 mi | Lowell HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 93% | 87% | $1.40M |
| 3.7 mi | Mission HighSan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 26% | 15% | $2.05M |
| 4.1 mi | Galileo Academy of Science and TechnologySan Francisco · Grades 9-12 | 50% | 33% | $1.07M |
School details
- Address
- 600 32nd Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94121
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (415) 750-8400
- District
- San Francisco Unified
- County
- San Francisco County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 2,059 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 38684783839081
Common questions
How did George Washington High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 67% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 45% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
2,059 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many George Washington High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 235 of 284 UC freshman applicants from George Washington High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 26% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near George Washington High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94121, where George Washington High School is located, is $1.86M, up 20.1% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near George Washington 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.