Lucas Valley Elementary

354 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Dixie Elementary School, located in the Lucas Valley-Marinwood area of San Rafael, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades TK through 5. Part of the Dixie Elementary School District, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, community involvement, and a nurturing environment. It draws families from the surrounding residential neighborhoods, fostering a tight-knit community feel where parent participation is highly encouraged and valued as a cornerstone of the school’s success.

The campus at 1175 Idylberry Drive is celebrated for its scenic setting and focus on educating the "whole child." Beyond core academics, Dixie Elementary offers a variety of enrichment programs, including music, art, and physical education, often supported by active parent organizations. The school consistently maintains high test scores and is frequently praised for its dedicated teaching staff and inclusive atmosphere, making it a focal point for families living in the North San Rafael area.

354

Total Students

15.0

Full-Time Teachers

23.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

8.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lucas Valley Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	255
Hispanic	29
Black	4
Asian	36
Two or More	30

White
255 (72.0 %)
Asian
36 (10.2 %)
Two or More
30 (8.5 %)
Hispanic
29 (8.2 %)
Black
4 (1.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Miller Creek Elementary
Phone:	(415)492-3730
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	354
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	15.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	25
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 48

Grade 1 52

Grade 2 63

Grade 3 50

Grade 4 79

Grade 5 62