For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,771 students in 94947, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 553 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 94947, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 94947, CA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Rancho Elementary School and Novato High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94947 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94947, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94947, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
755 Sutro Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-5104
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-5104
Grades: K-5
| 433 students
Rank: #22.
Rancho Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1430 Johnson St.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3101
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3101
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Novato High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Arthur St.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 898-2125
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 898-2125
Grades: 9-12
| 1,458 students
Rank: #44.
Sinaloa Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2045 Vineyard Rd.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-2111
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-2111
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #55.
Nova Education Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
720 Diablo Blvd.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Grades: K-12
| 82 students
Rank: #66.
Lu Sutton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Center Rd.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3196
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-3196
Grades: K-5
| 347 students
Rank: #77.
Lynwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Lynwood Dr.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-4161
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-4161
Grades: K-5
| 277 students
Rank: #88.
Marin Oaks High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 Diablo Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
Rank: n/an/a
1430 Johnson St.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 883-3942
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 883-3942
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
94947, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
180 Program (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
720 Diablo Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 892-8733
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 892-8733
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Nexus Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
720 Diablo Ave.
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 897-7653
Grades: 7-10
| 3 students
1000 Sunset Parkway
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 883-7831
Novato, CA 94947
(415) 883-7831
Grades: 6-8
| 419 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94947, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94947, CA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Rancho Elementary School and Novato High School.
How many public schools are located in 94947?
9 public schools are located in 94947.
What percentage of students in 94947 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 94947 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94947?
94947 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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