Below Average
#8154 of 9,539 schools in CA
Marin's Community
High School · Marin County Office of Education
PO Box 4925, San Rafael, CA 94913
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
30.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
30.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,154 of 9,539
In San Rafael
#14 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Marin County Office of Education
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Marin's Community
High School in San Rafael · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marin's Community
Marin's Community is a public high school in San Rafael, CA, part of Marin County Office of Education. Marin's Community serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 30.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Marin's Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,154 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marin's Community show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Marin's Community is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Marin's Community sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Marin's Community runs 30.5:1 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's Community — Students at Marin's Community score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Marin's Community Compares
See how Marin's Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 4925, San Rafael, CA 94913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marin's Community may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hidden Valley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Terra Linda High (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vallecito Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Rafael, see our San Rafael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy San Rafael | 0.0 mi | — |
| Marin County Special Education San Rafael | 0.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Saint Isabella School San Rafael | 0.4 mi | — |
| BOOST of Cypress School San Rafael | 0.4 mi | — |
| Vallecito Elementary San Rafael | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Mark Day School San Rafael | 0.5 mi | — |
| Montessori de Terra Linda San Rafael | 0.4 mi | — |
| MARK DAY SCHOOL San Rafael | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Fusion Academy Marin San Rafael | 0.6 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY MARIN San Rafael | 0.6 mi | — |
| STAR ACADEMY San Rafael | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Marin Waldorf School San Rafael | 1.0 mi | — |
| MARIN WALDORF SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Miller Creek Middle San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ICE CREAM & SHOE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN INC. San Rafael | 1.0 mi | — |
| Marin County Juvenile Court San Rafael | 1.3 mi | — |
| GATE Academy San Rafael | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Mary E. Silveira Elementary San Rafael | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
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|---|---|
| Evergreen High Oakhurst, CA | 4.4 |
| Florence E. Rata Fresno, CA | 4.4 |
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga, CA | 4.4 |
| San Antonio High (Continuation) Petaluma, CA | 4.4 |
| Boyle Heights Continuation Los Angeles, CA | 4.5 |
| Henry David Thoreau Continuation Woodland Hills, CA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marin's Community
What grades does Marin's Community serve?
Marin's Community serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Marin's Community?
Marin's Community has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marin's Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Marin's Community is 30.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marin's Community rank in CA?
Marin's Community ranks #8,154 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marin's Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Marin's Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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's Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marin's Community has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marin's Community a charter school?
No, Marin's Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marin's Community a Title I school?
No, Marin's Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marin's Community?
63.9% of students at Marin's Community 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.2%
- Phone
- (415) 491-0581
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
Marin County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 309
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $165,546
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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