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2020 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin CountyAbout this List

The 2020 Best Public Elementary Schools ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Ranking factors include state test scores, student-teacher ratio, student diversity, teacher quality, grade school ratings, and the overall quality of the school district. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Ross Elementary School

    • Public School
    • Ross, CA
    • K-8
    #1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 382 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Nicasio

    • Public School
    • Nicasio, CA
    • K-8
    #2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 43 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School

    • Kentfield Elementary School District, CA
    • K-4
    • 1 review
    #3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Parent: I transferred my older son here from private school in Kindergarten and couldn't be happier. The teachers have been engaged& warm, the community has been heavily involved, and the administration has been receptive to feedback. My older son is in the fourth grade and his younger sibling is in the second grade. They love going to school and look forward to learning, new activities every day. It's such a wonderful community to be a part of.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 656 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Strawberry Point Elementary School

    • Mill Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 379 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Bolinas-Stinson Elementary School

    • Public School
    • Bolinas, CA
    • K-8
    #5 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 85 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Dixie Elementary School

    • Dixie Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 387 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Edna Maguire Elementary School

    • Mill Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Middle School Student: Very good. The teachers there are very nice, especially if you get the good ones. It’s very easy to connect with classmates, a very important part of an elementary school.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 573 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Old Mill Elementary School

    • Mill Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 320 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Park Elementary School

    • Mill Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 1 review
    #9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Senior: Awesome teachers, great experience. Spent every day having fun and learning. If there is room at this school, definitely consider putting your child in here.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 332 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Tamalpais Valley Elementary School

    • Mill Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 480 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Cove

    • Larkspur School District, CA
    • K-5
    #11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 429 Students
    • 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Bel Aire Elementary School

    • Reed Union Elementary School District, CA
    • 3-5
    #12 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 561 Students
    • 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Vallecito Elementary School

    • Dixie Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #13 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 493 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Mary E. Silveira Elementary School

    • Dixie Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #14 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 422 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Neil Cummins Elementary School

    • Larkspur School District, CA
    • K-5
    #15 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 578 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Wade Thomas Elementary School

    • Ross Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #16 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 392 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Brookside Elementary School

    • Ross Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #17 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 354 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Hidden Valley Elementary School

    • Ross Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #18 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Niche User: This school is great! We love it here, we moved from SF and were so pleased when we found Hidden Valley. It is a hidden little gem of a learning community. Wonderful teachers who show dedication and commitment to the learning of all students, a great parent community, it is place that feels good. I'm so glad that my kids will grow up here.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 334 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Glenwood Elementary School

    • San Rafael City Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 3 reviews
    #19 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Parent: Glenwood has a fabulous staff! They have a fun, yet rigorous academic program and an inclusive community!
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 439 Students
    • 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Novato Charter School

    • Novato Unified School District, CA
    • K-8
    #20 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 270 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Sun Valley Elementary School

    • San Rafael City Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #21 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 501 Students
    • 28:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Manor Elementary School

    • Ross Valley Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    #22 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 356 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Pleasant Valley Elementary School

    • Novato Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #23 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County
    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 499 Students
    • 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Rancho Elementary School

    • Novato Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #24 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Parent: An incredible elementary experience with top notch educators who care for your child’s education. Kids learn not only a well rounded curriculum they gain self control and are motivated daily. We love Rancho and love that our kids were educated here.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 397 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Nova Education Center

    • Novato Unified School District, CA
    • K-12
    • 7 reviews
    #25 Best Public Elementary Schools in Marin County

    Niche User: Attending this school made my final two years of high school considerably more worthwhile.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 56 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Middlesex School

    • Private School
    • Concord, MA
    • 9-12
    • 49 reviews

    Parent: Extraordinary school and community. My daughter had so many wonderful teachers and mentors who cared about her development. This is that rare school that offers challenge and opportunities galore in a nurturing community. Facilties are good but the people here make the difference. Size is perfect. Location on outskirts of Concord is bucolic yet only 20 miles from Boston. Student culture is collaborative and kind. Well-rounded experience for all, thought each student develops his own path.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 409 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    The Discovery Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • Aliso Viejo, CA
    • 6-12
    • 12 reviews

    Parent: This is one amazing school! A Warm and inviting community of quirky, fun and deeply engaged students and faculty. The Quest-based learning platform developed by the head of school, inspires and motivates our son and daughter to try out so many academic, artistic and athletic opportunities. We are so excited to be a part of this growing community!
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    • 20 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Al-Noor Academy

    • Private School
    • Mansfield, MA
    • PK, K-12
    • 83 reviews

    Parent: Best Environment, best heroes we call teachers and best deals when it comes to money. Tuition is way less than other private schools that are supported financially by the state and other government institutions. With the reasonable fees the school charges, it offers ample of knowledge, support and kindness to all. Above all, with the dual program ANA is part of, the students and parents save thousands of dollars after transferring their college credits earned during their years of dual study. My only regret that ANA didn’t exist 50 years ago. Thanks to everyone who was and is part of ANA, you’re real Heros!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 209 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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