PublicGrades K-5
Ponderosa Elementary School
295 Ponderosa Road, South San Francisco, CA 94080-4218(650) 877-8825
Total Students359
Student/Teacher22.44:1
Math Prof.49.73%
Reading Prof.54.95%
School Information
Charter SchoolNo
Magnet SchoolNo
Virtual SchoolNo
CountySan Mateo
School DistrictSouth San Francisco Unified School District
Principal / AdminJulie Erskine(650) 877-8825
Founded1980
Free/Reduced Lunch35.38% Eligible
Acceptance Rate100%
Student Demographics
White13.9%
Hispanic46.5%
Black0.3%
Asian28.4%
Native American0.3%
Pacific Islander0.8%
Two Or More9.7%
Gender Distribution
52.1%
47.9%
Male Female
Students per Grade
Grade 147
Grade 248
Grade 363
Grade 463
Grade 566
School Calendar 2026-2027
July 2026
Academic Schedule • 2026-2027
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Academic Calendar (2026-2027)
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Key Dates & Holidays
Independence Day ObservanceJul 3
First Day of Fall InstructionAug 17
Labor Day HolidaySep 7
Indigenous People's Day HolidayOct 12
Veteran's Day HolidayNov 11
Fall RecessNov 23
Last Day of Fall InstructionDec 18
Winter RecessDec 21
Winter HolidayDec 25
New Year's Day HolidayJan 1
First Day of Spring InstructionJan 4
Martin Luther King HolidayJan 18
Lunar New Year ObservanceFeb 5
President's Day HolidayFeb 15
Spring RecessMar 26
Cesar Chavez Day ObservanceMar 31
Spring Recess ContinuedApr 1
Memorial Day HolidayMay 31
Last Day of Spring InstructionJun 2
Juneteenth ObservanceJun 18
Key Dates & Holidays
2026-2027Nurturing Young Minds in South San Francisco
This South San Francisco institution, part of the South San Francisco Unified School District, fosters a vibrant learning environment for grades K-5. Families often look for schools offering sports like basketball and soccer, or enriching programs like STEM and robotics, alongside opportunities to explore the arts and track.
Connecting with Our School Community
Discover the engaging educational journey available at our campus. Parents and guardians can review the academic calendar directly on this page to stay informed about important dates and events throughout the school year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What extracurricular activities are available for students?
While specific programs vary each year, students often have access to clubs like robotics and athletics such as soccer. We recommend contacting the administration directly for the current list of activities.
What is the typical school day schedule?
The daily schedule typically runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with variations for specific grade levels and early release days. Please refer to the academic calendar for precise timings.
How does the school support students with diverse learning needs?
Our school is committed to providing individualized support through differentiated instruction and specialized learning resources to ensure every student can thrive academically and socially.
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