Very Good
#2707 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Vallecito Elementary
Elementary School · Miller Creek Elementary
50 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,707 of 9,539
In San Rafael
#5 of 17
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Miller Creek Elementary
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Vallecito Elementary
Vallecito Elementary is a public elementary school in San Rafael, CA, part of Miller Creek Elementary. Vallecito Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Vallecito Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,707 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vallecito Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Vallecito Elementary runs 22.9:1 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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Vallecito Elementary — Students at Vallecito Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.2%
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: 6.9/10.
How Vallecito Elementary Compares
See how Vallecito Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vallecito Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hidden Valley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sun Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MARIN WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Rafael, see our San Rafael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Day School San Rafael | 0.2 mi | — |
| MARK DAY SCHOOL San Rafael | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Saint Isabella School San Rafael | 0.4 mi | — |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Phoenix Academy San Rafael | 0.5 mi | — |
| Marin County Special Education San Rafael | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Marin's Community San Rafael | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Montessori de Terra Linda San Rafael | 0.7 mi | — |
| BOOST of Cypress School San Rafael | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Marin San Rafael | 1.1 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY MARIN San Rafael | 1.1 mi | — |
| STAR ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ICE CREAM & SHOE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN INC. San Rafael | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Marin Waldorf School San Rafael | 1.5 mi | — |
| MARIN WALDORF SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Miller Creek Middle San Rafael | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 1.7 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,464
Median Home Value
$1,149,400
Median Rent
$3,026/mo
Population
31,135
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
48.7
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| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| Broad Avenue Elementary Wilmington, CA | 7.4 |
| Buford Elementary Lennox, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vallecito Elementary
What grades does Vallecito Elementary serve?
Vallecito Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vallecito Elementary?
Vallecito Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vallecito Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vallecito Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vallecito Elementary rank in CA?
Vallecito Elementary ranks #2,707 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vallecito Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vallecito Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Vallecito Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vallecito Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vallecito Elementary a charter school?
No, Vallecito Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vallecito Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vallecito Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vallecito Elementary?
19.2% of students at Vallecito 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
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (415) 492-3750
Resources & Links
District
Miller Creek Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,813
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,693
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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