Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Neil Cummins Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neil Cummins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Neil Cummins Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Hawk Colors
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Neil Cummins Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neil Cummins Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neil Cummins Elementary School's ranking?
Neil Cummins Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Neil Cummins Elementary School often compared to?
Neil Cummins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cove, Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Neil Cummins Elementary School?
451 students attend Neil Cummins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Neil Cummins Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neil Cummins Elementary School?
Neil Cummins Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Neil Cummins Elementary School offer ?
Neil Cummins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Neil Cummins Elementary School part of?
Neil Cummins Elementary School is part of Larkspur-Corte Madera School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I moved to Corte Madera so my kid could go here. Wow BIG mistake. I read a couple reviews and I thought they were old but the school is still the same - BAD
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