Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Neil Cummins Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neil Cummins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Neil Cummins Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neil Cummins Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neil Cummins Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neil Cummins Elementary School's ranking?
Neil Cummins Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Neil Cummins Elementary School often compared to?
Neil Cummins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cove, Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Neil Cummins Elementary School?
471 students attend Neil Cummins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Neil Cummins Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neil Cummins Elementary School?
Neil Cummins Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Neil Cummins Elementary School offer ?
Neil Cummins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Neil Cummins Elementary School part of?
Neil Cummins Elementary School is part of Larkspur-Corte Madera School District.
School Calendar
View the Neil Cummins Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
An excellent Marin elementary school. NC excels in the fundamentals, math, and language arts, as shown by the high recent CA proficiency scores. A friendly campus with dedicated teachers. Would definitely recommend this school.
5 12/1/2021
Neil Cummins Elementary School was outstanding for our daughter. And, a group of 12 fathers with young daughters would get together every month for activities and almost all of these active dads were also pleased with the administration, staff, and teachers. This school is adjacent to a large Town park and has safe walking and bicycle access. There are also options for after-school care nearby.
1 12/26/2017
I moved to Corte Madera so my kid could go here. Wow BIG mistake. I read a couple reviews and I thought they were old but the school is still the same - BAD
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