A TK-5 public elementary in the heart of the Castro
Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy is more than a school—it’s a joyful community rooted in the values of equity, belonging, and social justice. Named for civil rights leader Harvey Milk, we celebrate every child’s voice and nurture both their curiosity and confidence. This site is run by the Parent Faculty Club, where families and educators work hand-in-hand to support our students and help our community shine.
At Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy (HMCRA), our strength comes from the people who bring it to life every day—our students, teachers, staff, and families. Together, we create a safe and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive inside and outside the classroom.
Want to hear it directly from the source? Watch this video featuring the voices of our students and educators as they share what makes HMCRA such a special place.
From our civil rights mission to our caring teachers, from after-care to easy transportation—there are countless reasons families fall in love with Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy. Here are just a few:
A diverse and welcoming community where students and families feel like they belong and every student is celebrated.
Students learn about equality and action through cultural cooking classes, poetry, visual art, narrative essays, and more.
We have a beautiful library like no other, plus new electrical and HVAC systems with AC and air filtration.
Daily bus service to and from the East side of the city; conveniently located near Muni Castro station and several bus lines; easy car access for drop-off/pick-up.
Mission YMCA runs on-site before- and after-care from 7:30am–6:45pm, offering fun classes for kids while making daily schedules easier for families.
Students take science field trips, cooking classes, Shotokan karate, ukulele, PE, instrumental music, dance, visual arts, mindfulness, and computer science.
