Jose Ortega Elementary School

The best way to find out about JOES is to come to our school tour and meet current parents and hear about their experience and all the special things going on at JOES.

Get a feel for the campus and how easy drop-off will be. The tour is during school hours, but you can meet staff and see our classrooms.

All tours are 8:30-9:30 AM. Please RSVP so we can prepare, but if the only date that works for you shows up as full, come anyway.

Watch our back-to-school night video if you'd like to learn more! 

Jose Ortega Elementary School is one of San Francisco’s best-kept secrets. Our talented, energetic teachers use activity-based instruction to challenge students to reach high academic standards in literacy, math, and science. We integrate the arts, English language development, technology, and science into each classroom’s core curriculum.

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At Jose Ortega, we provide equitable access and support for each and every student to thrive in the 21st century.

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• One of Ortega’s greatest strengths is our diverse, close-knit community, where students and families feel known and connected. Our General Education and Mandarin Immersion programs bring together different languages, cultures, and perspectives, enriching how children learn and grow together.
• Strong PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) to support the program and provide funding for all of our students. 

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• Principal: Paula Antram
• Assistant Principal: Zubin Hu
• Grades: TK through 5th
• Contact: Phone: (415) 469-4726; Fax: (415) 584-7972
• Address: 400 Sargent Street, San Francisco, CA 94132
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Hours: 

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:50 am to 2:05 pm
• Wednesday: 7:50 am to 12:50 pm

Dress Code: No dress code. For safety, students must come to school in closed-toe shoes — no sandals or flip-flops. Come in clothes appropriate for the weather. 

Attendance: Attendance is vital. Schools lose out on funding when students are absent. This includes students who are excused or unexcused. More info can be found here.

Transportation: SFUSD buses are available for applicable students. More information can be found here.