Serving 1,186 students in grades 9-12, San Marin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Marin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
San Marin High School's student population of 1,186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Marin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Marin High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1682 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Marin High School's ranking?
San Marin High School is ranked #1682 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Marin High School often compared to?
San Marin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novato High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Marin High School?
The graduation rate of San Marin High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Marin High School?
1,186 students attend San Marin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of San Marin High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Marin High School?
San Marin High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Marin High School offer ?
San Marin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Marin High School part of?
San Marin High School is part of Novato Unified School District.
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