Mary Farmar Elementary School

Grades: K-5
Students: 477
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
Community Reviews
13 Reviews
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
8/10
Test Scores
5/10
Equity
NA
Academic Progress
NA
College Readiness
7/10
Student Growth

Community Reviews

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Mary Farmar Elementary does an excellent job of keeping families informed and involved. Communication is consistent, clear, and supportive, which makes it easy for parents to stay connected to what’s happening at school. The school truly feels like a community. families are welcomed and encouraged t
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Posted by a parent on 8/27/2025
Mary Farmar is a wonderful school. The atmosphere feels close knit and community oriented. My children have had overwhelmingly positive experiences.
Posted by a parent on 7/25/2023
As a former student, i did not like this school at all. In 3rd-4th grade i was bullied constantly. I'd come home crying everyday. The principal (all 3 that i had to experience) NEVER did anything. Along with that, i moved classes in 3rd. The teacher i had before i moved classes was horrible. She had
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Posted by a community member on 1/16/2023
We have had excellent teachers at this school. The families are lovely and it is a stellar community of support. The building is average (it is an old school) but there are upgrades coming soon.My children are having a wonderful experience here. (1st and 3rd grade)They really focus on kindness and i
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Posted by a parent on 4/6/2022
My son attended MF for three years. We found that the quality of education is average. There are better schools across the bridge in Contra Costa County.
Posted by a community member on 9/9/2016

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Benicia schools - Mary Farmar Elementary School is located at 901 Military West, Benicia CA 94510. Mary Farmar Elementary School is in the Benicia Unified School District. Mary Farmar Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-5.

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