Galileo Academy of Science and Technology, formerly known as Galileo High School, is a public high school located between the Russian Hill and Marina District neighborhoods of San Francisco, California. The school is a part of the San Francisco Unified School District.
Serving 1,741 students in grades 9-12, Galileo High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galileo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Galileo High School's student population of 1,741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Science is the key to the future.'
School Mascot
Lion
School Rankings
Galileo High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo High School is 0.66, 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
#1828 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galileo High School's ranking?
Galileo High School is ranked #1828 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Galileo High School often compared to?
Galileo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln (Abraham) High School, Washington (George) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galileo High School?
The graduation rate of Galileo High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Galileo High School?
1,741 students attend Galileo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Galileo High School students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galileo High School?
Galileo High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Galileo High School offer ?
Galileo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Galileo High School part of?
Galileo High School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
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