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Carden School
Elementary School
706 KNOB HILL AVE, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
0.9:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
0.9:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Carden School
Elementary School in Redondo Beach · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carden School
Carden School is a private elementary school in Redondo Beach, CA. Carden School serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 0.9:1 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 11 students, Carden 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 0.9:1 students to teachers, Carden School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carden 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 Carden School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Redondo Beach, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carden School (this school) | — |
| Alta Vista Elementary | 8.3 |
| Tulita Elementary | 8.6 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle | 7.8 |
| Redondo Union High | 7.7 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy | — |
| Beryl Heights Elementary | 7.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary | 8.1 |
| Adams Middle | 7.4 |
| Birney Elementary | 8.9 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning | — |
| Madison Elementary | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
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
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.9:1
- Address
- 706 KNOB HILL AVE, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
- Phone
- (310) 316-9733
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
706 KNOB HILL AVE, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carden School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tulita Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is Anza Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Torrance). Additionally, Alta Vista Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Redondo Beach, see our Redondo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Redondo Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE KNOWING GARDEN Redondo Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| Tulita Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Lawrence Martyr Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE MARTYR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| SOUTH BAY FAITH ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| South Bay Faith Academy Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Riviera Hall Lutheran School Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| RIVIERA HALL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance | 1.0 mi | — |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Anza Elementary Torrance | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Redondo Union High Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Seaside Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| Riviera Elementary Torrance | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,985
Median Home Value
$1,403,800
Median Rent
$2,621/mo
Population
35,391
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carden School
What grades does Carden School serve?
Carden School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Carden School?
Carden School has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carden School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carden School is 0.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Carden School a private school?
Yes, Carden 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 Carden School a religious school?
No, Carden School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 11
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 316-9733
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