For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 287 students in 94971, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 94971, CA are Tomales High School and Tomales Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94971 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94971, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94971, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tomales High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3850 Irvin Rd.
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2286
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2286
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Tomales Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
40 John St.
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2214
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2214
Gr: K-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
94971, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Shoreline High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3850 Irvin St
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2286
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2286
Gr: 10-12
Shoreline Independent Study High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3850 Irvin St
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2286
Tomales, CA 94971
(707) 878-2286
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94971, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94971, CA include Tomales High School and Tomales Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94971?
2 public schools are located in 94971.
What is the racial composition of students in 94971?
94971 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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