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Mount Tamalpais School
Elementary School
100 Harvard Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Mount Tamalpais School
Mount Tamalpais School is an private elementary school in Mill Valley, CA 94941. The school serves approximately 259 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $210,217, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.2:1, Mount Tamalpais School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Mount Tamalpais School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mount Tamalpais School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mill Valley, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Tamalpais School (this school) | — |
| Mill Valley Middle | 8.6 |
| Park Elementary | 9.0 |
| Tamalpais Valley Elementary | 9.3 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary | 6.4 |
| Old Mill Elementary | 7.8 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary | 8.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 259 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Address
- 100 Harvard Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
- Phone
- (415) 383-9434
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
100 Harvard Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Tamalpais School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tamalpais Valley Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is Park Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Sausalito). For more schools in Mill Valley, see our Mill Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Tamalpais High Mill Valley | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Terra Marin School Mill Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Marin Horizon School Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Park Elementary Mill Valley | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Tamalpais Valley Elementary Mill Valley | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| THE NEW VILLAGE SCHOOL Sausalito | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| The New Village School Sausalito | 2.0 mi | — |
| Lycee Francais de San Francisco (Sausalito) Sausalito | 2.1 mi | — |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
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 Mount Tamalpais School 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Tamalpais School
What grades does Mount Tamalpais School serve?
Mount Tamalpais School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Tamalpais School?
Mount Tamalpais School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Tamalpais School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Tamalpais School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mount Tamalpais School a private school?
Yes, Mount Tamalpais School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,120/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mill Valley). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Marin
- Phone
- (415) 383-9434
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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