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#1073 of 1,787 private schools in CA
North Bridge Academy
Middle School
17 BUENA VISTA AVE, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,073 of 1,787
In Mill Valley
#4 of 4
public schools
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North Bridge Academy
Middle School in Mill Valley · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Bridge Academy
North Bridge Academy is a private middle school in Mill Valley, CA. North Bridge Academy serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Bridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,073 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, North Bridge Academy 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, North Bridge Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Bridge Academy 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 North Bridge Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mill Valley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Bridge Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| Old Mill Elementary | 9.2 |
| Park Elementary | 8.9 |
| Mill Valley Middle | 8.7 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary | 7.9 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary | 9.1 |
| Tamalpais Valley Elementary | 9.2 |
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.
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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
17 BUENA VISTA AVE, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Bridge Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Old Mill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mill Valley Middle (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mill Valley, see our Mill Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 0.0 mi | — |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Park Elementary Mill Valley | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Marin Horizon School Mill Valley | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Mount Tamalpais School Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| Tamalpais High Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Terra Marin School Mill Valley | 1.7 mi | — |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 1.7 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Tamiscal High (Alternative) Larkspur | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Bridge Academy
What grades does North Bridge Academy serve?
North Bridge Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend North Bridge Academy?
North Bridge Academy has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Bridge Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at North Bridge Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Bridge Academy rank in CA?
North Bridge Academy ranks #1,073 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is North Bridge Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
North Bridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Bridge Academy a private school?
Yes, North Bridge Academy 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 North Bridge Academy a religious school?
No, North Bridge Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 462-5657
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