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Marin Country Day School
Elementary School
5221 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Marin Country Day School
Marin Country Day School is an private elementary school in Corte Madera, CA 94925. The school serves approximately 604 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $220,771, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Marin Country Day School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Marin Country Day School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Marin Country Day School compares to the 2 public schools in Corte Madera, CA
All Schools in Corte Madera
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marin Country Day School (this school) | — |
| Cove | 8.2 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 604 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 5221 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925
- Phone
- (415) 927-5912
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
5221 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marin Country Day School 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). Another option is Cove (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, TERRA MARIN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley). For more schools in Corte Madera, see our Corte Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corte Madera | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MARIN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Corte Madera | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cove Corte Madera | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Del Mar Middle Tiburon | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Star Academy - Shoreline San Rafael | 2.2 mi | — |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST HILARY SCHOOL Tiburon | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Redwood High Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 2.2 mi | — |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) Larkspur | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 2.4 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 2.4 mi | — |
| Hall Middle Larkspur | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
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 Marin Country Day School 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marin Country Day School
What grades does Marin Country Day School serve?
Marin Country Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Marin Country Day School?
Marin Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marin Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marin Country Day School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Marin Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Marin Country Day School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Marin
- Phone
- (415) 927-5912
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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