Mary Farmar Elementary School

Mary Farmer Elementary School is open and under construction for a new life in Benicia.

Mary Farmar Elementary School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students.

Mary Farmar Elementary School offers a sprawling campus when viewed from above.

Mary Farmar Elementary School offers plenty of fun after school activities.

Mary Farmar Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

901 Military W, Benicia, CA

Benicia Unified School District

464 Students

A-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Wendy Smith

Student Teacher Ratio
23:1

Math Proficiency
62%

Reading Proficiency
53%

A-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

53%

Math Proficiency

62%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

23:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

4.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male

51.4%

Female

48.6%

White

41.9%

Hispanic

29.4%

Two or more races

16.6%

Black

4.4%

Filipino

3.8%

Asian

3.1%

Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

8/28/2025

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...

5.0 parent

7/25/2023

Mary Farmar is a wonderful school. The atmosphere feels close knit and community oriented. My children have had overwhelmingly positive experiences.

2.0 other

1/17/2023

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...

5.0 parent

4/6/2022

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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Average Household Income

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Benicia High School

9th to 12th
Public

Liberty High School

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Public

C+

St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School

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City Park

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Turnbull Park

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California Solano County Benicia 94510

Mary Farmar Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Benicia, CA, in the Benicia neighborhood, and is served by the Benicia Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 464 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 62% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. Mary Farmar Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $813,738. Discover additional schools in the area, like Benicia High School, Liberty High School, St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School, and more. Learn more about what Benicia has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mary Farmar Elementary School.

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