South San Francisco Unified School District Email Format
EducationCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
The South San Francisco Unified School District is a public education district serving elementary through high school students in South San Francisco, California. It serves more than 8,000 students and operates as a mid-sized district that supports a broad curriculum and learning environment. The district offers 26 Advanced Placement courses and maintains a strong STEM program, along with an ethnic studies program established in 2016. It is described as a leader in the green schools movement, prioritizing meaningful learning experiences that encourage a diversity of ideas and perspectives. In May 2026, a district staff member, Angel Gonzalez, received the Garfield Award at the Kent and Garfield Awards ceremony. The district has engaged with community organizations to support students and families, including partnerships formed in 2020 with St. Vincent de Paul (San Mateo District), the Safe Harbor Shelter, and the Feeding the Homeless Ministry of St. Augustine.