Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) vs Marshall Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's)
San Francisco · Charter high · Grades 9–12
3,447 students
Marshall Elementary
San Francisco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
245 students
| Measure | Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco, California | Marshall Elementary San Francisco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1085 of 1,343 | #4467 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15112 of 16,910 | #45301 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 3,447 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 3,447 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 33.5 | 27.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 17% |
| city | San Francisco | San Francisco |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.0 vs 19.3).
- •Marshall Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2.5%).
- •Marshall Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44% vs 79.2%).
- •Marshall Elementary does better on students per teacher (27.2 vs 33.5).
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) is the larger school with 3,447 students compared with 245.
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) is a charter school while Marshall Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) better than Marshall Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) ranks higher (21.0 vs 19.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) and Marshall Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between San Francisco and San Francisco in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's): 3,447. Marshall Elementary: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) and Marshall Elementary rank in California?
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) is 1085th of 1,343 and Marshall Elementary is 4467th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).