Lindamood–bell Learning Processes San Rafael in San Luis Obispo, CA serves 193 students in grades K–12 within a nonsectarian, city–based alternative school setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 18 total teachers supporting its co–ed enrollment.
Approximately 61% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the San Luis Obispo community.
Located in a small city locale, the program is part of other school associations and offers an alternative education model from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Tuition details are not listed, but the school provides an option for families seeking K–12 alternative private education in San Luis Obispo.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
193 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lindamood-bell Learning Processes San Rafael?
The application deadline for Lindamood-bell Learning Processes San Rafael is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Lindamood-bell Learning Processes San Rafael is Marin Academy (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Raphael School (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition listed
St. Raphael School
(Catholic)
1100 5th Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
333 Woodland Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-4526
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-4526
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
675 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 464-3860
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 464-3860
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 768 students Tuition listed
Irine M Hunt School Of Marin
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition listed
675 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 464-3860
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 464-3860
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 768 students Tuition listed
Irine M Hunt School Of Marin
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Oak Hill School
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr Bldg 6
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
1.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students Avg. class size: 4 students
39 Fernhill Avenue
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 454-3612
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 454-3612
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Raphael School
(Catholic)
1100 5th Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Irine M Hunt School Of Marin
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Oak Hill School
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr Bldg 6
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
1.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students Avg. class size: 4 students
St. Anselm School
(Catholic)
40 Belle Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 454-8667
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 454-8667
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 259 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition listed
180 N San Pedro Rd
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-1833
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-1833
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 139 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Raphael School
(Catholic)
1100 5th Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
333 Woodland Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-4526
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-4526
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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317 Auburn St
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(415) 456-1748
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 456-1748
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Gr: PK-K | 68 students Avg. class size: 24 students
14 Lagunitas Road
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 634-7111
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 634-7111
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students Avg. class size: 17 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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3 Wellbrock Hts
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-5622
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-5622
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-K | 42 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Belle Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2420
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2420
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
280 Woodland Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2400
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2400
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,052 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 Woodland Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2317
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2317
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
185 Mission Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2435
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2435
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 96 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 Third St.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2330
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2330
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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