4.7(78)
Progressive independent high school with strong outdoor and arts programs.
Outdoor EdArtsAthletics
Schools in Marin County
Small-town feel with some of California's highest-rated schools. Explore 10 Marin County schools — including public, private, charter, and magnet options across 8 cities. Compare ratings, programs, and special-education support to find the right fit for your family.
10 schools 8 cities 5 districts
Top-rated schools in Marin County
Open search & filters4.7(92)
Independent K-8 with a strong outdoor education and arts program.
Outdoor EdArtsAthletics
4.7(64)
Selective Marin independent high school with strong college outcomes.
APArtsAthletics
4.6(224)
SpEd supportTop-rated Marin public high with a strong environmental focus.
APEnvironmental ScienceAthletics
Public9-12 Verified
Tamalpais High School
Mill Valley, Marin County · Tamalpais Union High School District
4.6(218)
SpEd supportIconic Mill Valley public high with strong humanities and outdoor culture.
APAcademy of Integrated Humanities & New MediaAthletics
Public9-12 Verified
Archie Williams High School
San Anselmo, Marin County · Tamalpais Union High School District
4.5(168)
SpEd supportMarin public high (formerly Sir Francis Drake) with a renowned communications academy.
APCommunications AcademyAthletics
4.5(168)
SpEd supportBeloved middle school in the heart of Mill Valley.
Mountain BikeTheaterBand
4.3(158)
SpEd supportSan Rafael public high with a unique environmental leadership program (MarinSEL).
APMarinSELAthletics
4.2(134)
SpEd supportComprehensive Novato public high with strong academic and athletic programs.
APMarinSELAthletics
4.1(142)
SpEd supportDiverse San Rafael public high with strong academic supports.
APMadrone AcademyAthletics
Marin County districts represented
- Independent
- Mill Valley School District
- Novato Unified School District
- San Rafael City Schools
- Tamalpais Union High School District
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School data sourced from the California Department of Education (CDE). Parent ratings and reviews shown here are illustrative samples.