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Lu Sutton Elementary

Novato Unified · Marin County · 1800 Center Road, Novato, CA 94947-2975

(415) 897-3196 · www.nusd.org

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4/10
#3545
Rank 3545 out of 5,722
Top 62%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3444 · 40th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3374 · 41st percentile
Science3/10 · #4034 · 28th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Lu Sutton Elementary sits in Novato, the northernmost city in Marin County, where the suburban feel is a bit more relaxed and affordable compared to the county's pricier enclaves closer to the Golden Gate. The school draws families who appreciate the quieter pace of Novato's established neighborhoods while still having access to Marin's outdoor lifestyle — think weekend hikes in the nearby hills and easy drives to the coast. Lu Sutton lands in the middle of the pack academically, which may appeal to families looking for a comfortable community school rather than a high-pressure environment, with enough solid fundamentals in English and math to keep students on track.

Student Demographics

178 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
129 (72%)
White
37 (21%)
Multiple Races
8 (4%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners87 (49%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged132 (74%)
Students with Disabilities33 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

367
Enrollment
19.9
Teachers (FTE)
18.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #3432 · 43rd percentile

60 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found