For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,600 students in 94947, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 553 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 94947, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94947, CA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Rancho Elementary School and Sinaloa Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94947 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94947, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94947, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
755 Sutro Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-5104
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-5104
Gr: K-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Rancho Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1430 Johnson St.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3101
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3101
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Sinaloa Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2045 Vineyard Rd.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-2111
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-2111
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Novato High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
625 Arthur St.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 898-2125
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 898-2125
Gr: 9-12 | 1,287 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Nova Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
720 Diablo Blvd.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Gr: K-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Lynwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Lynwood Dr.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-4161
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-4161
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
Lu Sutton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Center Rd.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3196
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3196
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #88.
Marin Oaks High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 Diablo Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
94947, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
180 Program (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
720 Diablo Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 892-8733
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 892-8733
Gr: 6-12
Nexus Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
720 Diablo Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Gr: 7-10 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
1000 Sunset Parkway
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 883-7831
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 883-7831
Gr: 6-8 | 419 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94947, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94947, CA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Rancho Elementary School and Sinaloa Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 94947?
9 public schools are located in 94947.
What percentage of students in 94947 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 94947 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94947?
94947 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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