Miller Creek Middle School

2255 Las Gallinas Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94903
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Miller Creek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 620 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20% in CA
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Miller Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Miller Creek Middle School's student population of 620 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Miller Creek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Creek Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1262 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
52%
34%
73%
47%
52%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
(22-23)
14.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miller Creek Middle School's ranking?
Miller Creek Middle School is ranked #1262 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Miller Creek Middle School often compared to?
Miller Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Valley Middle School, James B. Davidson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Miller Creek Middle School?
620 students attend Miller Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Miller Creek Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Creek Middle School?
Miller Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Miller Creek Middle School offer ?
Miller Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Miller Creek Middle School part of?
Miller Creek Middle School is part of Miller Creek Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 620 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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