2020 Best Public High Schools in Marin CountyAbout this List

Redwood High School

• Tamalpais Union High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 198 reviews

Senior: I loved my time at Redwood. There are many activities and clubs to get involved in. Teachers really care about their students and the administration is supportive. The best thing about the school for me is the therapy access, which is phenomenal!
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• A+

• 1,809 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tamalpais High School

• Tamalpais Union High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 181 reviews

Alum: I could not have asked for a better high school experience. Tam High School was where I met some of my life long friends. My experience was that everyone was fun, friendly and down to earth and less flashy than some of the other schools in Marin Country. Tam also tended to be more diverse than some of the other schools since its a feeder from Stinson, Bolinas, and Marin City. I got a great education and every single one of my friends went to a reputable school!
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• A+

• 1,527 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sir Francis Drake High School

• Tamalpais Union High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 232 reviews

Senior: I appreciate the opportunities Sir Francis Drake High School has given me both academically and socially. The teachers and classes are very good at this school and has allowed me to flourish as a highly academic student. The only downside to this highly competitive environment is the increased amount of stress and competition between students creating an intense environment to learn in. The social energy at this school is very welcoming and there are numerous clubs, sports, and organizations that students can be a part of which makes for an inclusive environment. I also appreciate the want for students, teachers, and administration to work together to make a better school community and improve on the already excellent environment of Sir Francis Drake High School.
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• A+

• 1,141 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tamiscal High (Alternative)

• Tamalpais Union High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 17 reviews

Alum: Tamiscal is an independent study high school. The school contains many helpful resources for students who want to attend college. The school benefits those who have schedule conflicts either due to sports or personal life. The administration is helpful and friendly. General classes such as science and mathematics are divided into small group situations. The "core" classes are worked on independently and you meet with your instructor once a week to review all material and classwork. The homework load is a lot, but it basically determines your attendance and grades. You will learn at your own pace and the curriculum requires a lot of self-responsibility.
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• A

• 108 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Novato High School

• Novato Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 425 reviews

Senior: I'm lucky to have gone to Novato High School and the MSA program for my high school experience. Strong connections with peers and teachers have shaped who I am. The MSA program's staff are awesome and I hope students take the opportunity to look at what's offered.
I've been in the MSA Cinematic Arts program for the past 2 years & the resources/encouragement I've had access to have been valuable to my learning. The MSA programs on campus lead to a stronger school culture; one of acceptance & creativity. If you take AP classes you will be challenged & the teachers are strong. Sports aren't the greatest, but if you're looking to get exercise, meet new people, & have fun, then it doesn't really matter. Clubs & activities are mainly students run so if you're looking to have a fulfilling club experience it is up to you. I've been president of 2 clubs and a member of 3+ different clubs. There's a diversity in interests in our clubs and it's easy to make a new one.
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• A

• 1,378 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

San Marin High School

• Novato Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 129 reviews

Alum: I enjoyed my high school experience mainly because I joined the leadership class during my sophomore year and that allowed myself to break out of my comfort zone. San Marin has amazing & positive school spirit, a great location, kind faculty, and an all around natural aesthetic. If I could change one thing about San Marin, it would be to add an AP Environmental Science class as an option for upperclassmen.
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• A-

• 1,051 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Terra Linda High School

• San Rafael City High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 160 reviews

Senior: Terra Linda, in general, was a very different environment from the middle school I came from. Venetia Valley did not prepare us for highschool at all. On the other hand Terra Linda had great teachers, or some teachers that were more sympathetic than others. Teachers that think of you as a human before a student. Very spirited and offer many clubs. The aministration is very kind as well as the people. Very welcoming and inclusive. Overall I am glad I came to TL. The classes are close so we see each other almost every day, and are able to see our friends.
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• B+

• 1,155 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nova Education Center

• Novato Unified School District, CA
• K-12
• 7 reviews

Niche User: Attending this school made my final two years of high school considerably more worthwhile.
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• B+

• 56 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

San Rafael High School

• San Rafael City High School District, CA
• 9-12
• 176 reviews

Senior: I really liked going to school here because the teachers are great they show a lot of interest in your life and they do what they can to help you in any way possible. The only thing I would change is to start seeing more African Americans and Asian students and then it would be fully diverse. Also, I really did long for a good school culture and spirit. That would have made school more enjoyable and less uninvolement. School spirit can really bring schools together and can cause more friendships between upper class men and lower class men. Another thing I would change is the food. I know that in France, children learn how to eat properly and they get full course meals on a low budget. I wish the food would be of better quality. Other than that, the teachers are awesome! There is so many tutoring opportunities! Also, I wish we had a good/solid football team asap.
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• B+

• 1,294 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tomales High School

• Shoreline Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 44 reviews

Alum: I would like to say that Tomales High School, or THS, is a great education establishment. In 2016, the graduating class was of 22 students in a school of 186 students together. This school focuses on Ag, FFA (or Future Farmers of America), and the relationship to students to make sure that the students pass.
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• B

• 155 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

San Andreas High School

• Tamalpais Union High School District, CA
• 10-12
• 5 reviews

Parent: My daughter transferred to San Andreas, because she was not doing well
in high school. She never enjoyed school. At that point, her goal was to get her high school diploma as soon as possible and then get a job. The supportive atmosphere and engaging teachers, sparked her interest in learning for the first time. She realized that she was capable of getting good grades, her opinions counted and now she is starting her second year of college. I know that it was her time at San Andreas that was the game-changer for her.
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• B

• 82 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Marin County Special Education

• Public School
• San Rafael, CA
• K-12

• NG

• 138 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Madrone High Continuation

• San Rafael City High School District, CA
• 9-12

• NG

• 70 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Marin Oaks High School

• Novato Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 10 reviews

Niche User: I never felt out of place. No one judged me or made me feel not welcome. The teachers, the environment and the students were all enjoyable.
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• NG

• 70 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Marin's Community School

• Public School
• San Rafael, CA
• 6-12

• NG

• 47 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Phoenix Academy

• Public School
• San Rafael, CA
• 9-12

• NG

• 15 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio