Excellent
#608 of 9,539 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
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#608 of 9,539
In Mill Valley
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Mill Valley Elementary
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mill Valley Middle
Middle School in Mill Valley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mill Valley Middle
Mill Valley Middle is a public middle school in Mill Valley, CA, part of Mill Valley Elementary. Mill Valley Middle serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mill Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #608 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mill Valley Middle show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
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: 70%).
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 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: 7.8/10.
How Mill Valley Middle Compares
See how Mill Valley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Old Mill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 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 | 7.9 |
| 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 | 8.9 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| 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 | 9.2 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| 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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond Tree Middle Delano, CA | 8.7 |
| Aptos Middle San Francisco, CA | 8.7 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica, CA | 8.7 |
| Las Flores Middle Las Flores, CA | 8.7 |
| Quimby Oak Middle San Jose, CA | 8.7 |
| Rolling Hills Middle El Dorado Hills, CA | 8.7 |
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 ranks #608 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mill Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mill Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Mill Valley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mill Valley Middle has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (415) 389-7711
Resources & Links
District
Mill Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,282
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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