Excellent
#565 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Mill Valley Middle
Middle School · Mill Valley Elementary
425 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mill Valley
#5 of 7
public schools
California middle schools
#55 of 1,349
In district
#4 of 6
Mill Valley Elementary
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Mill Valley Middle
Mill Valley Middle is a public middle school in Mill Valley, CA, part of the Mill Valley Elementary. The school serves approximately 757 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 94.1th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 76% proficiency in math, 42 points above the state average and 82% in reading/language arts, 36 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $210,217, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Mill Valley Middle — Students at Mill Valley Middle score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.5/10.
How Mill Valley Middle Compares
See how Mill Valley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 75.78% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 81.87% (2024).
Location
425 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mill Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tamalpais Valley Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mill Valley, see our Mill Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tamalpais High Mill Valley | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mount Tamalpais School Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Park Elementary Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Marin Horizon School Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Terra Marin School Mill Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 1.2 mi | — |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Tamalpais Valley Elementary Mill Valley | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94941 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$210,217
Median Home Value
$1,990,100
Median Rent
$2,949/mo
Population
32,349
College Educated
76.9%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
45.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mill Valley Middle has a median household income of $210,217. 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 $1,990,100, with a median rent of $2,949/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Middle Selma, CA | 8.6 |
| Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy San Bernardino, CA | 8.6 |
| Las Flores Middle Las Flores, CA | 8.6 |
| Macy Intermediate Monterey Park, CA | 8.6 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson, CA | 8.5 |
| Aptos Middle San Francisco, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mill Valley Middle
What grades does Mill Valley Middle serve?
Mill Valley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mill Valley Middle?
Mill Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mill Valley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mill Valley Middle is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mill Valley Middle rank in CA?
Mill Valley Middle is ranked #565 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Mill Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mill Valley Middle has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mill Valley Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mill Valley Middle has 76.0% math proficiency and 82.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mill Valley Middle a charter school?
No, Mill Valley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mill Valley Middle a Title I school?
No, Mill Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mill Valley Middle?
7.3% of students at Mill Valley Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 389-7711
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mill Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,282
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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