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Arbor Bay School
Elementary School
1017 CEDAR ST, San Carlos, CA 94070
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Arbor Bay School
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About Arbor Bay School
Arbor Bay School is a private elementary school in San Carlos, CA. Arbor Bay School serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, Arbor Bay School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.7:1 students to teachers, Arbor Bay School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Arbor Bay School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Arbor Bay School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in San Carlos, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arbor Bay School (this school) | — |
| Arroyo | 9.2 |
| Central Middle | 9.2 |
| Brittan Acres Elementary | 9.5 |
| White Oaks Elementary | 9.3 |
| Heather Elementary | 8.4 |
| Arundel Elementary | 9.4 |
| Mariposa | 9.7 |
| Tierra Linda Middle | 8.9 |
| San Carlos Charter Learning Center | 9.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.7:1
- Address
- 1017 CEDAR ST, San Carlos, CA 94070
- Phone
- (650) 244-1519
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1017 CEDAR ST, San Carlos, CA 94070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arbor Bay School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brittan Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is Arundel Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, White Oaks Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in San Carlos, see our San Carlos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arbor Bay San Carlos | 0.0 mi | — |
| Arroyo San Carlos | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Central Middle San Carlos | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos | 0.3 mi | 9.5 |
| KINDERCOURT ACADEMY San Carlos | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| White Oaks Elementary San Carlos | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL San Carlos | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Redwood High Redwood City | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Clifford Elementary Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Heather Elementary San Carlos | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Arundel Elementary San Carlos | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Sequoia High Redwood City | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CHARLES ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Belmont | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood City | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Redeemer Lutheran School Redwood City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Charles Armstrong School Belmont | 1.7 mi | — |
| McKinley Institute of Technology Redwood City | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| San Mateo County Special Education Redwood City | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$235,373
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,802/mo
Population
30,696
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arbor Bay School
What grades does Arbor Bay School serve?
Arbor Bay School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Arbor Bay School?
Arbor Bay School has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arbor Bay School?
The student-teacher ratio at Arbor Bay School is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Arbor Bay School a private school?
Yes, Arbor Bay School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Arbor Bay School a religious school?
No, Arbor Bay School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 244-1519
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