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#627 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 35% of private schools
Marin Academy
High School
1600 MISSION AVE, San Rafael, CA 94901
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#627 of 1,787
In San Rafael
#4 of 6
public schools
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Marin Academy
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About Marin Academy
Marin Academy is a private high school in San Rafael, CA. Marin Academy serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marin Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #627 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Marin Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Marin Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Marin Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in San Rafael, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marin Academy (this school) | 6.7 |
| Madrone High Continuation | 5.8 |
| San Rafael High | 7.0 |
| Terra Linda High | 7.7 |
| Marin's Community | 4.4 |
| Marin County Special Education | 4.1 |
| Phoenix Academy | — |
| Marin County Juvenile Court | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1600 MISSION AVE, San Rafael, CA 94901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marin Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Terra Linda High (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE MARIN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, San Rafael High (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Rafael, see our San Rafael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL San Rafael | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| James B. Davidson Middle San Rafael | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Laurel Dell Elementary San Rafael | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Coleman Elementary San Rafael | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Madrone High Continuation San Rafael | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| San Rafael High San Rafael | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| THE MARIN SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.5 mi | — |
| Venetia Valley K-8 San Rafael | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Ross Elementary Ross | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 1.5 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Anselm School San Anselmo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,837
Median Home Value
$1,369,500
Median Rent
$2,229/mo
Population
41,095
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marin Academy
What grades does Marin Academy serve?
Marin Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Marin Academy?
Marin Academy has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marin Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Marin Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Marin Academy rank in CA?
Marin Academy ranks #627 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Marin Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Marin Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Marin Academy a private school?
Yes, Marin Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Marin Academy a religious school?
No, Marin Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 482-3203
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