Summary:
The Miller Creek Elementary district in San Rafael consists of four highly-rated schools serving grades K-8, with all schools ranking in the top 26% statewide and outperforming California averages by a significant margin.
Among the schools, Lucas Valley Elementary stands out with the highest overall test scores in the district, while Vallecito Elementary achieves an exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of just 3.4% and leads in science proficiency. Miller Creek Middle school maintains strong performance with the district's highest English scores, and Mary E. Silveira Elementary, though performing well above state standards, shows lower scores relative to other district schools.
The district excels in English Language Arts, with all schools scoring well above the 48.8% state average. Parents should note that middle school math and English scores tend to decline from 6th to 8th grade, and 4th grade appears to be a challenging year across the elementary schools. Overall, the district demonstrates consistent excellence with effective student attendance management and strong academic outcomes.
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