Very Good
#130 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 7% of private schools
Marin Montessori School
Elementary School
5200 PARADISE DR, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#130 of 1,787
In Corte Madera
#1 of 2
public schools
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Marin Montessori School
Elementary School in Corte Madera · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marin Montessori School
Marin Montessori School is a private elementary school in Corte Madera, CA. Marin Montessori School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Marin Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Marin Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Marin Montessori School 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 Montessori School compares to the 2 public schools in Corte Madera, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Corte Madera
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marin Montessori School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Cove | 9.3 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary | 8.6 |
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
5200 PARADISE DR, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marin Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cove (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neil Cummins Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Corte Madera, see our Corte Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marin Country Day School Corte Madera | 0.1 mi | — |
| MARIN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Corte Madera | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cove Corte Madera | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Del Mar Middle Tiburon | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Star Academy - Shoreline San Rafael | 2.2 mi | — |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| 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 | 7.9 |
| Redwood High Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 2.2 mi | — |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) Larkspur | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Hall Middle Larkspur | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 2.5 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 2.5 mi | — |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla, CA | 7.8 |
| Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Enslen Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marin Montessori School
What grades does Marin Montessori School serve?
Marin Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Marin Montessori School?
Marin Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marin Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marin Montessori School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Marin Montessori School rank in CA?
Marin Montessori School ranks #130 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Marin Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marin Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Marin Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Marin Montessori School 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 Montessori School a religious school?
No, Marin Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 924-5388
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