San Rafael City High School District
School District · San Rafael, California
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
3
3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,132
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Avg Rating
6.8
out of 10
Schools
3
3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,132
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Evaluating San Rafael City High?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge San Rafael City High as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Terra Linda High
San Rafael · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
San Rafael High
San Rafael · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Madrone High Continuation
San Rafael · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
California rank
#220 of 713
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above California avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,132
+$1,485 vs California median
District size
2,653 students
Typical than California median
The short answer
San Rafael City High ranks #220 of 713 California districts by overall school rating. San Rafael City High's schools with real test data average 6.8/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Terra Linda High (7.7/10), San Rafael High (7.0/10), and Madrone High Continuation (5.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in San Rafael City High
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terra Linda High | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | San Rafael High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Madrone High Continuation | 5.8 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About San Rafael City High
San Rafael City High is a San Rafael, California school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 2,653 students with a student-teacher ratio of 20.9:1. The district invests $19,132 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.8/10, San Rafael City High demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Terra Linda High, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, San Rafael City High students show an average math proficiency of 36.1% and ELA proficiency of 47.6%.
The district includes 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in San Rafael City High, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in San Rafael City High with test data.
Schools in San Rafael City High
3 schools High Schools 3
District Details
- State
- California
- City
- San Rafael
- Total Enrollment
- 2,653
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in San Rafael City High?
San Rafael City High has 3 schools in total — 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for San Rafael City High?
The average composite rating for San Rafael City High is 6.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in San Rafael City High?
San Rafael City High spends $19,132 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in San Rafael City High?
The average student-teacher ratio in San Rafael City High is 20.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in San Rafael City High?
Terra Linda High is the highest-rated school in San Rafael City High with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in San Rafael City High?
Across schools in San Rafael City High with test data, the average math proficiency is 36.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 47.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does San Rafael City High compare to other districts in California?
San Rafael City High has an average school rating of 6.8/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in California by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 36.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 47.6%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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