MADRONE HIGH CONTINUATION

Madrone High Continuation is a Title I public high school that is part of the San Rafael City High school district, located in San Rafael, CA with about 72 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, Madrone High Continuation has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Madrone High School, located in San Rafael, California, serves as the district’s alternative education site, specifically designed to support students who benefit from a non-traditional learning environment. As a continuation school, its primary mission is to offer a flexible, supportive, and personalized academic experience for students who may have struggled in a conventional comprehensive high school setting. The program focuses on credit recovery and academic advancement, allowing students to work toward their high school diplomas at a pace that better aligns with their individual needs and life circumstances.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a close-knit community and providing targeted social-emotional support. By maintaining smaller class sizes and lower student-to-teacher ratios, Madrone High creates a culture of mentorship and accountability that helps students build confidence and develop essential life skills. The school is dedicated to empowering its diverse student body, helping them overcome barriers to education and successfully transition into post-secondary paths, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

For more information, contact Madrone High Continuation at (415) 485-2435 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.