Serving 252 students in grades 4-8, Corte Madera 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 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corte Madera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Corte Madera's student population of 252 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corte Madera 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 Corte Madera is 0.58, 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
#154 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
20%
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corte Madera's ranking?
Corte Madera is ranked #154 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Corte Madera?
252 students attend Corte Madera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Corte Madera students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corte Madera?
Corte Madera has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Corte Madera offer ?
Corte Madera offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Corte Madera part of?
Corte Madera is part of Portola Valley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Corte Madera located?
Corte Madera is located in the Portola Valley Ranch neighborhood of Portola Valley, CA.
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