For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,588 students in Fairfax, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Fairfax, CA are White Hill Middle School, Ross Valley Charter and Manor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fairfax, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Fairfax have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fairfax, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Hill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Glen Dr.
Fairfax, CA 94930
(415) 454-8390
Fairfax, CA 94930
(415) 454-8390
Grades: 6-8
| 615 students
Rank: #22.
Ross Valley Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
102 Marinda Dr.
Fairfax, CA 94930
(415) 534-6970
Fairfax, CA 94930
(415) 534-6970
Grades: K-5
| 209 students
Rank: #33.
Manor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Oak Manor Dr.
Fairfax, CA 94930
(415) 453-1544
Fairfax, CA 94930
(415) 453-1544
Grades: K-5
| 236 students
Rank: #44.
Heartwood Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
170 Liberty Sch Rd.
Fairfax, CA 94978
(415) 488-9572
Fairfax, CA 94978
(415) 488-9572
Grades: K-12
| 528 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fairfax, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Fairfax, CA include White Hill Middle School, Ross Valley Charter and Manor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fairfax?
4 public schools are located in Fairfax.
What is the racial composition of students in Fairfax?
Fairfax public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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