Brandeis Marin (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 139 students
Yearly Tuition: $41,500
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Brandeis Marin
Kind	16
1	11
2	11
3	10
4	11
5	16
6	19
7	18
8	27

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1963

Student Body

Total Students

139 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

15%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

15 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$41,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition Schedule 2024-2025 Kindergarten through 5th Grade: $41,500 6th, 7th, and 8th Grades: $43,900 Tuition may be paid in one, two, or nine installments. Central to the mission of Brandeis Marin is a commitment to provide a quality education to a diverse population of qualified students. Our Tuition Assistance program ensures that Brandeis Marin remains accessible to families with a wide range of economic

% on Financial Aid

56%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$22,000

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Pamela Welner

Admissions Associate

Devin Jack-Haber

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BalletBasketball

Cross CountryFlag Football

GolfSwimming

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

GSAStudent Council

Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Advanced BandBeginner Band

String Ensemble

School Notes

Brandeis Marin is an independent, co-educational Jewish day school that serves K-8 students and their families in San Rafael, California.
Our community reflects the diversity of the Marin Jewish communal fabric as well as the varied religious, cultural and socio-economic tapestry of the world around us.
Independent school education is expensive, and we strive to ensure that all families interested in Jewish education are able to afford it through our generous Tuition Assistance program.
Everyone is welcome here!

At Brandeis Marin, we nurture joyful and fearless learners. Our hands-on, theme-based curriculum challenges students to think critically, engage creatively and grow spiritually in true community. We offer integrated, innovative academics in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, Hebrew, Spanish (in middle school) and Jewish studies.
Our program also includes art, athletics, drama, music, technology and outdoor education.
Small class sizes (a 5:1 student to teacher ratio) allow us to truly know our students and their families to share in their joys and challenges. We`re also an authentically inclusive community and skilled at working with diverse learning styles and backgrounds. Our instructional philosophy reflects standards set by the state of California, national teachers` organizations and our own inspired, dynamic educators.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Yoela Palkin - Alum Yoela Palkin went on to UC Berkeley and has returned to give talks to current students about social entrepreneurship. Yoela Palkin is a 5-time founder, starting at the age of 17 with MEA, a mobile analytics pioneer acquired after integrating with 200+ apps. Her e-commerce analytics startup, Baskit, scaled to 800+ merchants and Fortune 1000 retailers before being acquired. Yoela was named one of the youngest VCs in Silicon Valley in 2014 when she joined Sierra Maya Ventures. In 2017, she became the global CTO at Daikokuya Holdings, a leading international private equity firm. Yoela currently serves as Managing Partner at 77Labs, a fund meets venture studio that acquires and develops IP in niche markets focused on healthcare, retail, transportation, and finance.
- Allie Cannington - Alum Allie Cannington went on to American University and is now a community advocate and educator who has worked to organize youth with disabilities with a diverse range of backgrounds and identities around the issues facing the Disability community. Allie is the Statewide Community Organizer for the Disability Organizing Network, part of the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (CFILC). She is also Senior Manager at The Kelsey, an organization focusing on the development of affordable, inclusive community housing with attention to the perspectives of people with disabilities.
- Davey Feder - Alum Davey Feder went on to Stanford University and is now a Software Product Manager at Walt Disney Imagineering. David has previously led the development of a wide range of games, interactive experiences, and mobile apps for Disney. In his current role, he serves the Walt Disney Company's Parks and Resorts, developing immersive interactive experiences through the use of cutting-edge technologies.
- Aaron Kalb - Alum Aaron Kalb went on to Stanford University and is the Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Alation, a leading company developing data intelligence solutions. Prior to this role, Aaron worked on the development of core applications for Apple iOS and Siri. He also invented several technologies and holds two patents.
- Ryan Lerman - Alum Ryan Lerman is a successful instrumentalist who toured as a bassist for Ben Folds, guitarist for Michael Bublé, and music director for John Legend. The songs he has written have been recorded by a number of artists such as Vulfpeck and Michael Bublé. His funk band, Scary Pockets, has received a whopping 375+ million views on Youtube and gained over 1.1 million subscribers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Brandeis Marin cost?

Brandeis Marin's tuition is approximately $41,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Brandeis Marin?

The acceptance rate of Brandeis Marin is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from Brandeis Marin?

Brandeis Marin famous alumni include: Yoela Palkin, Allie Cannington, Davey Feder, Aaron Kalb and Ryan Lerman.

What sports does Brandeis Marin offer?

Brandeis Marin offers 9 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Swimming, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Brandeis Marin?

The application deadline for Brandeis Marin is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

View the Brandeis Marin yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

All About Middle School Open House

November 10, 2026 (Tuesday)

NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

November 27, 2026 (Friday)

Graduation & Last Day of School

May 19, 2027 (Wednesday)

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The average private school tuition in San Rafael, CA is $29,795 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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