Excellent
#154 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Tamalpais Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Mill Valley Elementary
350 Bell Ln., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#154 of 9,539
In Mill Valley
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Mill Valley Elementary
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Tamalpais Valley Elementary
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About Tamalpais Valley Elementary
Tamalpais Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Mill Valley, CA, part of Mill Valley Elementary. Tamalpais Valley Elementary serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tamalpais Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tamalpais Valley Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Tamalpais Valley Elementary — Students at Tamalpais Valley Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
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: 8.8/10.
How Tamalpais Valley Elementary Compares
See how Tamalpais Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
350 Bell Ln., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tamalpais Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Mill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Park Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mill Valley, see our Mill Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Terra Marin School Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy Sausalito | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Mount Tamalpais School Mill Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Tamalpais High Mill Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| THE NEW VILLAGE SCHOOL Sausalito | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| The New Village School Sausalito | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Lycee Francais de San Francisco (Sausalito) Sausalito | 1.3 mi | — |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Marin Horizon School Mill Valley | 1.8 mi | — |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 2.1 mi | — |
| Park Elementary Mill Valley | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 2.5 mi | — |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.2 |
| El Morro Elementary Laguna Beach, CA | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tamalpais Valley Elementary
What grades does Tamalpais Valley Elementary serve?
Tamalpais Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tamalpais Valley Elementary?
Tamalpais Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tamalpais Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tamalpais Valley Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tamalpais Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Tamalpais Valley Elementary ranks #154 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tamalpais Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tamalpais Valley 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 Tamalpais Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tamalpais Valley Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tamalpais Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Tamalpais Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tamalpais Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tamalpais Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tamalpais Valley Elementary?
5.4% of students at Tamalpais Valley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (415) 389-7731
Resources & Links
District
Mill Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,282
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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