Summary:
The Portola Valley Elementary district is served by one exceptional middle school, Corte Madera, which educates approximately 252 students in grades 4 through 8 in an affluent community known for its high-performing schools.
Corte Madera consistently ranks among the very best schools in California, placing 19th out of over 2,700 middle schools for the 2024-2025 year. Students achieve exceptional results, with proficiency rates in English, math, and science that are more than double the state averages. The school maintains a remarkably low chronic absenteeism rate of 4.7%, far below the state average, indicating strong student engagement and a positive school environment.
This outstanding performance is supported by significant resources, including a very low student-to-teacher ratio of 11-to-1 and high per-student spending. The school's success is mirrored by the Portola Valley Elementary district, which itself ranks in the 99th percentile statewide. For families in the area, Corte Madera represents a model of academic excellence with a proven track record of preparing students for high school.
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