Serving 114 students in grades 2-8, West Marin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Marin Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Point Reyes Station school district, covering approximately 404.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 29.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Marin Elementary School's student population of 114 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
114 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Marin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Marin Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#3828 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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)1.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Marin Elementary School's ranking?
West Marin Elementary School is ranked #3828 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Marin Elementary School?
114 students attend West Marin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Marin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Marin Elementary School?
West Marin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Marin Elementary School offer ?
West Marin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is West Marin Elementary School part of?
West Marin Elementary School is part of Shoreline Unified School District.
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