Excellent
#92 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Cove
Elementary School · Larkspur-Corte Madera
330 Golden Hind Passage, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#92 of 9,539
In Corte Madera
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Larkspur-Corte Madera
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Cove
Elementary School in Corte Madera · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cove
Cove is a public elementary school in Corte Madera, CA, part of Larkspur-Corte Madera. Cove serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #92 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cove show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cove — Students at Cove score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
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 26 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: 9.3/10.
How Cove Compares
See how Cove performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Neil Cummins Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bel Aire Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Tiburon), a more accessible option. 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 | 7.8 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Redwood High Larkspur | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Star Academy - Shoreline San Rafael | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.9 mi | — |
| Del Mar Middle Tiburon | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) Larkspur | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 2.0 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hall Middle Larkspur | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco, CA | 9.3 |
| Edith Landels Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
| Everest Value Los Angeles, CA | 9.3 |
| Gardner Bullis Elementary Los Altos Hills, CA | 9.3 |
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 ranks #92 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cove's MySchoolScout rating?
Cove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Cove?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cove has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (415) 945-9046
Resources & Links
District
Larkspur-Corte Madera- District Enrollment
- 1,178
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,530
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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