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#298 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 3% in state

Strawberry Point Elementary

Elementary School · Mill Valley Elementary

117 East Strawberry Dr., Mill Valley, CA 94941

Enrollment

241

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Mill Valley

#3 of 7

public schools

California elementary schools

#234 of 5,817

In district

#3 of 6

Mill Valley Elementary

Equity

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Strawberry Point Elementary

Strawberry Point Elementary is a public elementary school in Mill Valley, CA, part of the Mill Valley Elementary. The school serves approximately 241 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 96.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 84% proficiency in math, 44 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 33 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $210,217, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Strawberry Point Elementary is 20.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.42 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.2%
Math vs. State Avg+38.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.4 pts
Overall Proficiency82%
Expected (poverty-adj.)72%
vs. Expected+9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,900

Strawberry Point Elementary — Students at Strawberry Point Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 83.7%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 78.7%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
84.2%
ELA
79.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Strawberry Point Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
97th percentile in CA
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
8.7/10
Above average
Environment
8.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

117 East Strawberry Dr., Mill Valley, CA 94941

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Strawberry Point Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tamalpais Valley Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Sausalito), 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
Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon 0.7 mi 7.4
TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley 1.3 mi 7.9
THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley 1.3 mi
Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley 1.3 mi 6.4
Del Mar Middle Tiburon 1.3 mi 7.7
Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley 1.3 mi 8.6
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito 1.7 mi 8.9
Tamalpais High Mill Valley 1.4 mi 8.8
Cove Corte Madera 1.8 mi 8.2
MARIN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Corte Madera 1.7 mi 6.2
The New Village School Sausalito 1.8 mi
THE NEW VILLAGE SCHOOL Sausalito 1.8 mi 6.0
Marin Country Day School Corte Madera 1.8 mi
MARIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corte Madera 1.8 mi 7.7
Lycee Francais de San Francisco (Sausalito) Sausalito 1.9 mi
Mount Tamalpais School Mill Valley 1.7 mi
MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley 1.7 mi 6.9
ST HILARY SCHOOL Tiburon 1.7 mi 6.8
Tamalpais Valley Elementary Mill Valley 2.0 mi 9.3
Park Elementary Mill Valley 1.8 mi 9.0

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 Strawberry Point Elementary 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.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Aragon Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA 8.9
Christopher Dena Elementary Los Angeles, CA 8.9
Del Amo Elementary Carson, CA 8.9
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito, CA 8.9
Meadows Elementary Millbrae, CA 8.9
Merton E. Hill Elementary Garden Grove, CA 8.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Strawberry Point Elementary

What grades does Strawberry Point Elementary serve?

Strawberry Point Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Strawberry Point Elementary?

Strawberry Point Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Strawberry Point Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Strawberry Point Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Strawberry Point Elementary rank in CA?

Strawberry Point Elementary is ranked #298 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Strawberry Point Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Strawberry Point Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Strawberry Point Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Strawberry Point Elementary has 83.7% math proficiency and 78.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Strawberry Point Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Strawberry Point Elementary a Title I school?

No, Strawberry Point Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

6.6% of students at Strawberry Point 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,120/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mill Valley). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Strawberry Point Elementary stack up?

Tamalpais Valley Elementary
9.3

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Marin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Mill Valley Elementary
District Enrollment
2,282
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,244
District Rank
#3 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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