Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mill Valley, CA, covering approximately 27.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum reach of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Park Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Elementary School's ranking?
Park Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Park Elementary School often compared to?
Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Mill Elementary School, Edna Maguire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
301 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Elementary School?
Park Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Mill Valley Elementary School District.
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