Excellent
#1194 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Marin Elementary
Elementary School · Albany City Unified
1001 Santa Fe Ave., Albany, CA 94706
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,194 of 9,539
In Albany
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Albany City Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Marin Elementary
Elementary School in Albany · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marin Elementary
Marin Elementary is a public elementary school in Albany, CA, part of Albany City Unified. Marin Elementary serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Marin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,194 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marin Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Marin Elementary runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Marin Elementary — Students at Marin Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Marin Elementary Compares
See how Marin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1001 Santa Fe Ave., Albany, CA 94706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.5 mi | — |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.4 mi | — |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Albany High Albany | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ocean View Elementary Albany | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 1.1 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| School of the Madeleine Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,961
Median Home Value
$1,188,100
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
20,486
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.2 |
| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Altamont Elementary Mountain House, CA | 8.2 |
| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.2 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Valley Prep Academy Fresno, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marin Elementary
What grades does Marin Elementary serve?
Marin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Marin Elementary?
Marin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marin Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marin Elementary rank in CA?
Marin Elementary ranks #1,194 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Marin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marin Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marin Elementary a charter school?
No, Marin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marin Elementary?
25.1% of students at Marin Elementary 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
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (510) 559-4700
Resources & Links
District
Albany City Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,574
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,768
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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