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Rancho Elementary

Novato Unified · Marin County · 1430 Johnson Street, Novato, CA 94947-4459

(415) 897-3101 · www.nusd.org

8/10
#1398
Rank 1398 out of 5,722
Top 24%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1571 · 73rd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1193 · 79th percentile
Science8/10 · #1585 · 72nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Rancho Elementary sits in Novato, the northernmost city in Marin County, where you get a slightly more relaxed, small-town feel compared to the rest of the famously scenic but pricey region. The school holds its own academically, with math being a particular strength, and tends to draw families who want solid public education in a community where neighbors actually know each other. It's a good fit for families who love the outdoor lifestyle that Marin offers — hiking, open space, easy access to the coast — but prefer Novato's more grounded, less hectic pace over the bustle of cities further south.

Student Demographics

200 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
100 (50%)
White
73 (37%)
Multiple Races
18 (9%)
Asian
5 (3%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners68 (34%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged102 (51%)
Students with Disabilities31 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

387
Enrollment
18.9
Teachers (FTE)
20.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
23
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 · #3509 · 42nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found