Excellent
#59 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Corte Madera
Middle School · Portola Valley Elementary
4575 Alpine Rd., Portola Valley, CA 94028
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
9.4
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
9.4
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#59 of 9,539
In Portola Valley
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Portola Valley Elementary
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Corte Madera
Corte Madera is a public middle school in Portola Valley, CA, part of Portola Valley Elementary. Corte Madera serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Corte Madera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Corte Madera show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Corte Madera — Students at Corte Madera score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Corte Madera Compares
See how Corte Madera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4575 Alpine Rd., Portola Valley, CA 94028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Corte Madera may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. La Entrada Middle (rated 9.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hillview Middle (rated 9.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portola Valley, see our Portola Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODSIDE PRIORY SCHOOL Portola Valley | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodside Priory Portola Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Ormondale Elementary Portola Valley | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| WOODLAND SCHOOL Portola Valley | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| La Entrada Middle Menlo Park | 4.1 mi | 9.3 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 4.2 mi | — |
| Oak Knoll Elementary Menlo Park | 4.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Las Lomitas Elementary Atherton | 4.8 mi | 9.2 |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 4.5 mi | — |
| Lucille M. Nixon Elementary Stanford | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 5.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Woodside Elementary Woodside | 4.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Escondido Elementary Stanford | 4.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 5.1 mi | — |
| Sand Hill School Palo Alto | 5.3 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto Palo Alto | 5.3 mi | — |
| Woodside High Woodside | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
| La Honda Elementary La Honda | 4.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,645
College Educated
78%
Homeownership
84.6%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
56.4
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|---|---|
| College Connection Academy San Jose, CA | 9.5 |
| ICEF Vista Middle Academy Los Angeles, CA | 9.5 |
| Downtown Charter Academy Oakland, CA | 9.6 |
| Esencia Middle Rancho Mission Viejo, CA | 9.6 |
| R. Roger Rowe Middle Rancho Santa Fe, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo Vista Middle Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Corte Madera
What grades does Corte Madera serve?
Corte Madera serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Corte Madera?
Corte Madera has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Corte Madera?
The student-teacher ratio at Corte Madera is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Corte Madera rank in CA?
Corte Madera ranks #59 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Corte Madera's MySchoolScout rating?
Corte Madera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Corte Madera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Corte Madera has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Corte Madera a charter school?
No, Corte Madera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Corte Madera a Title I school?
No, Corte Madera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Corte Madera?
6.2% of students at Corte Madera qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 851-1777
Resources & Links
District
Portola Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 504
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,033
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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