Very Good
#373 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Marin Primary & Middle School
Elementary School
20 MAGNOLIA AVE, Larkspur, CA 94939
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#373 of 1,787
In Larkspur
#2 of 2
public schools
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Marin Primary & Middle School
Elementary School in Larkspur · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marin Primary & Middle School
Marin Primary & Middle School is a private elementary school in Larkspur, CA. Marin Primary & Middle School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marin Primary & Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Marin Primary & Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Marin Primary & Middle 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 Primary & Middle School compares to the 4 public schools in Larkspur, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Larkspur
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marin Primary & Middle School (this school) | 7.2 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) | 8.5 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) | 4.8 |
| Hall Middle | 8.5 |
| Redwood High | 7.9 |
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
20 MAGNOLIA AVE, Larkspur, CA 94939
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marin Primary & Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Mill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mill Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neil Cummins Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Corte Madera), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Larkspur, see our Larkspur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 0.1 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Larkspur | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) Larkspur | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Hall Middle Larkspur | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Redwood High Larkspur | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 1.7 mi | — |
| Park Elementary Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | — |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94939 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,743
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,104/mo
Population
7,372
College Educated
76.2%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
46.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marin Primary & Middle School
What grades does Marin Primary & Middle School serve?
Marin Primary & Middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Marin Primary & Middle School?
Marin Primary & Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marin Primary & Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marin Primary & Middle School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Marin Primary & Middle School rank in CA?
Marin Primary & Middle School ranks #373 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Marin Primary & Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marin Primary & Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Marin Primary & Middle School a private school?
Yes, Marin Primary & Middle 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 Primary & Middle School a religious school?
No, Marin Primary & Middle 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
- 221
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 413-9040
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