Very Good
#108 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
Carden Conservatory
Elementary School
5702 CLARK DR, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#108 of 1,787
In Huntington Beach
#1 of 12
public schools
Shortlisting around Carden Conservatory?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Carden Conservatory
Elementary School in Huntington Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Montessori Child Development Center
0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Village View Elementary
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Carden Conservatory
Carden Conservatory is a private elementary school in Huntington Beach, CA. Carden Conservatory serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carden Conservatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, Carden Conservatory 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Carden Conservatory sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carden Conservatory 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 Carden Conservatory compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Huntington Beach, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carden Conservatory (this school) | 7.9 |
| Village View Elementary | 5.3 |
| Circle View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Spring View Middle | 7.2 |
| College View Elementary | 7.3 |
| Marine View Middle | 7.4 |
| Schroeder Elementary | 8.5 |
| Harbour View Elementary | 7.3 |
| Golden View Elementary | 4.2 |
| Hope View Elementary | 6.1 |
| Helen Stacey Middle | 8.4 |
| Ada Clegg Elementary | 8.4 |
| Mesa View Middle | 8.6 |
| Sycamore Creek Community Charter | 6.8 |
| Oak View Elementary | 5.0 |
| Huntington Seacliff Elementary | 6.7 |
| Lake View Elementary | 6.8 |
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary | 7.6 |
| Kinetic Academy | 7.7 |
| Ethel Dwyer Middle | 7.3 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Huntington Beach
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
View data sources
Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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
5702 CLARK DR, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carden Conservatory may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Schroeder Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ada Clegg Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Circle View Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Huntington Beach | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Carden Conservatory Huntington Beach | 0.0 mi | — |
| Montessori Child Development Center Huntington Beach | 0.1 mi | — |
| Village View Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Marina High Huntington Beach | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST BONAVENTURE Huntington Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Circle View Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Spring View Middle Huntington Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Huntington Beach | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Grace Lutheran School, Huntington Beach Huntington Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| LePort Schools - Huntington Harbor Hungtington Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| LEPORT SCHOOLS - HUNTINGTON BEACH Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Marine View Middle Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Schroeder Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Hope View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Harbour View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Helen Stacey Middle Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Golden View Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92649 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,604
Median Home Value
$1,070,800
Median Rent
$2,554/mo
Population
35,504
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.9 |
| North Oakland Community Charter Oakland, CA | 7.9 |
| Olympic Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley, CA | 7.9 |
| Encinal Elementary Live Oak, CA | 8.0 |
| Fairsite Elementary Galt, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carden Conservatory
What grades does Carden Conservatory serve?
Carden Conservatory serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Carden Conservatory?
Carden Conservatory has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carden Conservatory?
The student-teacher ratio at Carden Conservatory is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Carden Conservatory rank in CA?
Carden Conservatory ranks #108 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Carden Conservatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Carden Conservatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Carden Conservatory a private school?
Yes, Carden Conservatory 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 Carden Conservatory a religious school?
No, Carden Conservatory is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 840-5127
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.