Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cove ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 284 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 34%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5% in CA
Math Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Reading Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
: 65-69% (Top 5%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Cove ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cove is 0.53, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cove?
284 students attend Cove.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cove students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cove?
Cove has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
Our overall experience at The Cove School was outstanding with a Principal and Staff fully engaged and some teachers who were beyond exceptional. The school has the latest in technology and classroom layout that is flexible and a magnificent playground with views of Mt. Tamalpais. Well over half of the student body walk or bike to school.
- Posted by Parent - David Macpherson
43/19/2020
Classrooms are overwhelming, lack of clear administration practices, untrustworthy head admins.
- Posted by Parent - Painter
13/2/2019
The classrooms are overcrowded.
- Posted by Parent - Janet
Review Cove. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 284 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 34%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5%
Math Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Reading Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
: 65-69% (Top 5%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
