Excellent
#1013 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Cove
Elementary School · Larkspur-Corte Madera
330 Golden Hind Passage, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Corte Madera
#1 of 2
public schools
California elementary schools
#730 of 5,817
In district
#2 of 3
Larkspur-Corte Madera
Equity
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Cove
Cove is a public elementary school in Corte Madera, CA, part of the Larkspur-Corte Madera. The school serves approximately 284 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 77% proficiency in math, 37 points above the state average and 78% in reading/language arts, 33 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $220,771, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Cove — Students at Cove score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.6/10.
How Cove Compares
See how Cove performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 76% (2019) to 76.97% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 80% (2019) to 76.32% (2024).
Location
330 Golden Hind Passage, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cove may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TERRA MARIN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Corte Madera, see our Corte Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marin Country Day School Corte Madera | 0.4 mi | — |
| MARIN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Corte Madera | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MARIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corte Madera | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Redwood High Larkspur | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Star Academy - Shoreline San Rafael | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.9 mi | — |
| Del Mar Middle Tiburon | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) Larkspur | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 2.0 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hall Middle Larkspur | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94925 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$220,771
Median Home Value
$1,702,000
Median Rent
$3,468/mo
Population
10,101
College Educated
76.8%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
44.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cove has a median household income of $220,771. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,702,000, with a median rent of $3,468/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Carmel, CA | 8.2 |
| ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.2 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 8.2 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cove
What grades does Cove serve?
Cove serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cove?
Cove has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cove?
The student-teacher ratio at Cove is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cove rank in CA?
Cove is ranked #1013 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Cove's MySchoolScout rating?
Cove has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cove?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cove has 76.8% math proficiency and 77.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cove a charter school?
No, Cove is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cove a Title I school?
No, Cove is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cove?
10.2% of students at Cove qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 945-9046
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Larkspur-Corte Madera- District Enrollment
- 1,178
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,530
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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