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#645 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 36% of private schools

Carlsbad Country Day School

Elementary School

5150 HEMINGWAY DR, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – TK

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – TK

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#645 of 1,787

In Carlsbad

#2 of 7

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About Carlsbad Country Day School

Carlsbad Country Day School is a private elementary school in Carlsbad, CA. Carlsbad Country Day School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlsbad Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts above CA schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Carlsbad Country Day 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.

Carlsbad Country Day 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

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How Carlsbad Country Day School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Carlsbad, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.7:1

This School

22.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

646

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

7.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.1% vs 0%

Black 9.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.4% vs 0%

Asian 9.4% vs 0%

Carlsbad Country Day School Carlsbad Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Carlsbad Country Day School (this school)	—	32	10.7:1	6.7
Kelly Elementary	0.5 mi	441	20:1	9.0
Sage Creek High	1.6 mi	1,358	24.2:1	8.2
Magnolia Elementary	1.7 mi	499	24.9:1	8.5
Valley Middle	1.8 mi	788	20.2:1	7.3
Hope Elementary	1.9 mi	657	24.3:1	7.5
Carlsbad Seaside Academy	2.0 mi	54	18:1	6.6
Carlsbad High	2.0 mi	2,365	23:1	6.4
Carlsbad Village Academy	2.0 mi	50	10:1	5.5
Jefferson Elementary	2.1 mi	478	22.8:1	6.4
Pacific Rim Elementary	2.2 mi	652	24.1:1	8.4
Calavera Hills Elementary	2.2 mi	407	22.6:1	7.9
Calavera Hills Middle	2.2 mi	640	22.1:1	7.6
Buena Vista Elementary	2.9 mi	288	22.2:1	8.4
Aviara Oaks Middle	3.1 mi	985	21.4:1	8.5
Aviara Oaks Elementary	3.1 mi	624	24:1	8.5
Poinsettia Elementary	3.4 mi	509	22.1:1	9.3
Carrillo Elementary	4.2 mi	756	26.1:1	6.7
La Costa Meadows Elementary	4.6 mi	723	23.3:1	8.0
El Camino Creek Elementary	5.3 mi	420	24.7:1	8.0
La Costa Heights Elementary	5.6 mi	593	23.7:1	8.6

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,750

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.7 / 10

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Enrollment 32

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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)

White 53.1%

Two or More 12.5%

Black 9.4%

Hispanic 9.4%

Asian 9.4%

Pacific Islander 6.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5150 HEMINGWAY DR, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carlsbad Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kelly Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Magnolia Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pacific Rim Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Kelly Elementary Carlsbad	0.5 mi	441	9.0
Sage Creek High Carlsbad	1.6 mi	1,358	8.2
Magnolia Elementary Carlsbad	1.7 mi	499	8.5
SANDERLING WALDORF SCHOOL Carlsbad	1.7 mi	155	6.1
Hope Elementary Carlsbad	1.9 mi	657	7.5
FUTURES ACADEMY CARLSBAD Carlsbad	1.9 mi	37	5.8
Valley Middle Carlsbad	1.8 mi	788	7.3
Pacific Rim Elementary Carlsbad	2.2 mi	652	8.4
Carlsbad High Carlsbad	2.0 mi	2,365	6.4
Carlsbad Village Academy Carlsbad	2.0 mi	50	5.5
Carlsbad Seaside Academy Carlsbad	2.0 mi	54	6.6
Calavera Hills Elementary Carlsbad	2.2 mi	407	7.9
Calavera Hills Middle Carlsbad	2.2 mi	640	7.6
REDEEMER BY THE SEA LUTHERAN KINDERGARTEN&PRESCHL Carlsbad	2.3 mi	53	4.9
Redeemer by the Sea Lutheran Kindergarten and Preschool Carlsbad	2.3 mi	37	—
Jefferson Elementary Carlsbad	2.1 mi	478	6.4
CARLSBAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carlsbad	2.4 mi	138	4.2
California Accelerated Learning (CAL) Prep Oceanside	2.7 mi	20	—
CALIFORNIA ACCELERATED LEARNING INSTITUTE Oceanside	2.7 mi	4	—
CASA MONTESSORI DE CARLSBAD Carlsbad	2.3 mi	11	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,371

Median Home Value

$1,142,300

Median Rent

$2,343/mo

Population

27,707

College Educated

55.6%

Homeownership

50.2%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carlsbad Country Day School

What grades does Carlsbad Country Day School serve?

Carlsbad Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.

How many students attend Carlsbad Country Day School?

Carlsbad Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlsbad Country Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carlsbad Country Day School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Carlsbad Country Day School rank in CA?

Carlsbad Country Day School ranks #645 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Carlsbad Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carlsbad Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Carlsbad Country Day School a private school?

Yes, Carlsbad Country Day 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 Carlsbad Country Day School a religious school?

No, Carlsbad Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 6 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – TK
Enrollment: 32
Gender Split: 38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 250 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: San Diego County
Phone: (760) 804-0550

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