Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) vs Tenderloin Community
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 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
Tenderloin Community
San Francisco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
282 students
| Measure | Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco, California | Tenderloin Community San Francisco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1085 of 1,343 | #4781 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15112 of 16,910 | #46839 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 3,447 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 3,447 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44% | 74.1% |
| Students per teacher | 33.5 | 25.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 22% |
| 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 16.6).
- •Tenderloin Community does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2.5%).
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44% vs 74.1%).
- •Tenderloin Community does better on students per teacher (25.6 vs 33.5).
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) is the larger school with 3,447 students compared with 282.
- •Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) is a charter school while Tenderloin Community 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) better than Tenderloin Community?
On the Success Index (US), Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) ranks higher (21.0 vs 16.6 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 Tenderloin Community?
About 1.6 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. Tenderloin Community: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) and Tenderloin Community rank in California?
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) is 1085th of 1,343 and Tenderloin Community is 4781st of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).