Very Good
#111 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
Terra Marin School
Elementary School
70 LOMITA DR, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#111 of 1,787
In Mill Valley
#1 of 4
public schools
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Terra Marin School
Elementary School in Mill Valley · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Terra Marin School
Terra Marin School is a private elementary school in Mill Valley, CA. Terra Marin School serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Terra Marin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, Terra Marin School 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Terra Marin School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Terra Marin School 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 Terra Marin School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mill Valley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Terra Marin School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Edna Maguire Elementary | 7.9 |
| Mill Valley Middle | 8.7 |
| Park Elementary | 8.9 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary | 9.1 |
| Old Mill Elementary | 9.2 |
| 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
70 LOMITA DR, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Terra Marin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cove (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Corte Madera), which scores notably higher. Another option is Strawberry Point Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Park Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mill Valley, see our Mill Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edna Maguire Elementary Mill Valley | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| THE HELIX SCHOOL Mill Valley | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mill Valley Middle Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Park Elementary Mill Valley | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Tamalpais High Mill Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Neil Cummins Elementary Corte Madera | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Strawberry Point Elementary Mill Valley | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Mount Tamalpais School Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| MOUNT TAMALPAIS SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MARIN PRIMARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Larkspur | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| North Bridge Academy Mill Valley | 1.3 mi | — |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Marin Horizon School Mill Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| OAc San Francisco Larkspur | 1.7 mi | — |
| Chronos Academy Lakspur | 1.7 mi | — |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Cove Corte Madera | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| San Andreas High (Continuation) Larkspur | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Terra Marin School Mill Valley | 1.9 mi | — |
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 |
|---|---|
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.9 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster, CA | 7.9 |
| CARDEN CONSERVATORY Huntington Beach, CA | 7.9 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma, CA | 7.9 |
| North Oakland Community Charter Oakland, CA | 7.9 |
| Olympic Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Terra Marin School
What grades does Terra Marin School serve?
Terra Marin School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Terra Marin School?
Terra Marin School has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Terra Marin School?
The student-teacher ratio at Terra Marin School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Terra Marin School rank in CA?
Terra Marin School ranks #111 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Terra Marin School's MySchoolScout rating?
Terra Marin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Terra Marin School a private school?
Yes, Terra Marin School 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 Terra Marin School a religious school?
No, Terra Marin School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 112
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- 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) 906-2220
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