Lawton Alternative School (K-8)
Outer Sunset
1570 31st Avenue, San Francisco, California 94122
About
- Dedicated to the holistic development of students through respect, responsibility, and compassion.
- Offers enriched educational experiences with programs in STEAM, arts enrichment, athletics, and student support services.
- Highly committed to family engagement through regular communication and comprehensive progress reports.
- Responsive classroom environments that cater to diverse learners, promoting critical thinking and teamwork.
- Annual assessments and climate surveys to ensure positive academic achievement and a supportive school culture.
615
Students Enrolled
63%
Socio-economically Disadvantaged
9%
English Language Learners
8%
Students with Special Needs
Student Outcomes
81%
English Proficiency
76%
Math Proficiency
Ways to Volunteer!
Help where and when it works best for you. Lawton Alternative School (K-8) values all community volunteers and we’ve got volunteer roles that match your skills and your schedule.
You can sign up as a short-term/ after hours volunteer and we will help connect you with the school community, or sign up as a recurring school day volunteer through the San Francisco Ed Fund.
During The School Day
A once-a-week volunteer commitment through the SF Education Fund to support classrooms, teachers, and students during the school day. You choose from their list of options.
Join the School Day TeamBeyond the Bell
Flexible opportunities outside school hours, from after-school programs to PTA events, community projects, and more.
Opportunities to volunteer, short & long term
Tutoring
Provide one-on-one academic support to students on a range of topics
Event Volunteer
Provide support for school-sponsored events
Classroom Support
Provide students support with in-classroom projects
Donate
Your donation supports underserved students across San Francisco.
Donate
Or donate through these other options
Testimonial
"I have two daughters currently going to Lawton. They both love it. They feel safe and have been progressing so much. I found that the teachers are [easy] to approach. The principle is very supportive. We were lucky to get into the school since it was a lottery system. Very happy with the school."