Miller Creek Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 613 students |  

PHONE: (415) 492-3760

FAX: (415) 492-3765

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2255 Las Gallinas Ave.

San Rafael, CA 94903

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Dixie Elementary School District

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San Rafael's Miller Creek Middle School serves grades 6-8 in the Dixie Elementary School District. It is among the few public middle schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10.

This school has an average Community Rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on reviews from 17 school community members.

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Posted on Mar 25, 2012
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I love that the school holds the students accountable for their actions, thusforth, they go into high school prepared--with materials ready when the bell rings, and armed with good manners. Both the old and the new principal have been outstanding. My only complaint is the English curriculum does not include classic novels traditionally taught to middle school students--they don't even read a Shakespeare sonnet. Therefore, they come to high school unprepared to read, comprehend and analyse literature. They only seem to read historical fiction which just isn't right. Aside from a couple of lazy teachers (every school has then) the teachers at Miller Creek are outstanding.
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Posted on Mar 22, 2012
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This is an incredible school. Only disappointment is the principal which came from the grammar school. I hope she is more motivated here Most teachers are great and the kids really learn a lot.
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Posted on Mar 18, 2012
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We had a very solid experience at Miller Creek for our daughter. There are several outstanding teachers and the new principal is an engaged leader. Miller Creek strives to be inclusive and ensures a safe environment for all students. We have been very impressed and we recommend Miller Creek to other families.
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Posted on Apr 18, 2011
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We have a son at Miller Creek. He is none too easy! I am none to easy about the capabilities of our public schools in the US usually preferring alternative ways of education. Miller Creek has been an incredible surprise; giving me hope that public education will prevail. We have a son who wants and needs a larger stage for his education. This school works for him BECAUSE of the smarts and tenacity of the people that work there. These people are dedicated to their students and to one another. The teachers and staff have worked diligently with this boy who use to abhor school. Through the efforts of the principal and his caring admin and the teachers, we have seen maturity in our son. He has found the interest and ability to WANT to learn. The teachers and staff spent time figuring out how to INVOLVE him in things he loves. It helped immensely. The school is strict. Something, in my opinion, necessary to keep children safe, given all they have to contend with. The teachers are available to meet with parents and students. The staff has their eyes open. The theatre and art and music department, a God send. Excellent school. Not many like this one these days.
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Posted on Mar 14, 2011
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This school is very over the top great. I have had such a good 3 years here. The teachers are so amazing, the library is stocked with fun material, and the peers of mine are so accepting. I really don't think any other school would have the potential that Miller Creek Middle School has.

Posted on Mar 22, 2010
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We moved our son from another middle school in San Rafael to this one, and we are so happy we did so. It's a safe friendly environment with a student demographic which really strives for academic excellence. I did not know how bad our last school was until we came to this school.
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Posted on Feb 18, 2009
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hey miller creek you rock! This school has great teachers, classes, and friends.
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Posted on Aug 24, 2008
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The school is great if you fit 'in the box' but we've had extremely mixed success with kids that are atypical (i.e. not blond and not athletic and don't just follow rules blindly). The principal and counseling our older son received was really superb, but some of the teachers were unsympathetic (to say the least -- really verging on hostile). Again, some teacher swerer great.
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Posted on Jun 7, 2008
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Excellent programs, dedicated science teacher, huge library. The Dixie district fosters academic excellence.
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Posted on Sep 28, 2007
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My son recieved an excellent education at Miller Creek. The teachers and administration are caring, intellegent and kid centered. The emphasis is on both academics and positive social connections. Parent support in the school is outstanding. The extra-curricular opportunities are wonderful.
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