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#165 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 2% in state

Ross Elementary

Elementary School · Ross Elementary

PO Box 1058, Ross, CA 94957

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#165 of 9,539

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Ross Elementary

9.2/10

Elementary School in Ross · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ross Elementary

Ross Elementary is a public elementary school in Ross, CA, part of Ross Elementary. Ross Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ross Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.0 pts above CA schools
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+39.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+44.7 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,997

Ross Elementary — Students at Ross Elementary score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 83.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 86.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2022
Math
82.8%
ELA
84.1%
2024
Math
84.5%
ELA
86.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Ross Elementary Compares

See how Ross Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in CA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers

Location

PO Box 1058, Ross, CA 94957

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ross Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anthony G. Bacich Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Kentfield), with a comparable rating. Another option is Wade Thomas Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sun Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Rafael), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ross, see our Ross schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THE BRANSON SCHOOL Ross 0.5 mi 7.0
The Branson School Ross 0.5 mi
St. Anselm School San Anselmo 0.7 mi
Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield 0.8 mi 8.1
Wade Thomas Elementary San Anselmo 0.9 mi 8.2
SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo 1.4 mi
Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield 1.2 mi 8.3
CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo 1.4 mi
Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo 1.5 mi
OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo 1.5 mi 6.2
IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo 1.5 mi 6.2
MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield 1.4 mi 5.3
Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael 1.7 mi 8.2
Archie Williams High San Anselmo 1.7 mi 7.3
MARIN ACADEMY San Rafael 1.6 mi 6.7
LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael 1.7 mi
James B. Davidson Middle San Rafael 1.8 mi 7.1
Laurel Dell Elementary San Rafael 1.8 mi 7.8
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL San Rafael 1.9 mi 6.4
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Larkspur 2.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94957 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,482/mo

Population

2,151

College Educated

82.4%

Homeownership

83.4%

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ross Elementary

What grades does Ross Elementary serve?

Ross Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ross Elementary?

Ross Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ross Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ross Elementary rank in CA?

Ross Elementary ranks #165 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Ross Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Ross Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ross Elementary a charter school?

No, Ross Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ross Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ross Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ross Elementary?

0.8% of students at Ross 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
0.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Marin County

District

Ross Elementary
District Enrollment
354
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,997
District Rank
#1 of 1

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