Excellent
#390 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Park Elementary
Elementary School · Mill Valley Elementary
360 East Blithedale Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#390 of 9,539
In Mill Valley
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Mill Valley Elementary
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Park Elementary
Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Mill Valley, CA, part of Mill Valley Elementary. Park Elementary serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Park Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Park Elementary runs 20.5:1 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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Park Elementary — Students at Park Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
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: 8.6/10.
How Park Elementary Compares
See how Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
360 East Blithedale Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Mill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Tamalpais Valley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mill Valley, see our Mill Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Marin Horizon School Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Tamalpais High Mill Valley | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Mount Tamalpais School Mill Valley | 1.0 mi | — |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Terra Marin School Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 1.8 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 1.8 mi | — |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Tamalpais Valley Elementary Mill Valley | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Larkspur | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 8.9 |
| Allesandro Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley, CA | 8.9 |
| Fenton STEM Acad: Elem Center for Sci Tech Engr and Math Sun Valley, CA | 8.9 |
| Hermosa View Elementary Hermosa Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Home INstead INnovation Academy Temecula Ca, CA | 8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Elementary
What grades does Park Elementary serve?
Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Park Elementary?
Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Elementary rank in CA?
Park Elementary ranks #390 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Elementary?
3.0% of students at Park Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (415) 389-7735
Resources & Links
District
Mill Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,282
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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