Very Good
#235 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 13% of private schools
Carlthorp School
Elementary School
438 SAN VICENTE BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90402
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#235 of 1,787
In Santa Monica
#2 of 10
public schools
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About Carlthorp School
Carlthorp School is a private elementary school in Santa Monica, CA. Carlthorp School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlthorp School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5:1 students to teachers, Carlthorp School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carlthorp 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 Carlthorp School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carlthorp School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 9.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 8.3 |
| Lincoln Middle | 9.0 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.0 |
| McKinley Elementary | 8.8 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 9.2 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 8.3 |
| John Adams Middle | 8.7 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.9 |
| Grant Elementary | 9.2 |
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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
438 SAN VICENTE BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlthorp School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palisades Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Pacific Palisades), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carlthorp Santa Monica | 0.0 mi | — |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Sycamore Community School Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | — |
| DRAGON ROCC ACADEMY Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Seven Arrows Elementary Pacific Palisades | 1.4 mi | — |
| SEVEN ARROWS ELEMENTARY Pacific Palisades | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Palisades Charter Elementary Pacific Palisades | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| PACIFICA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PS1 PLURALISTIC SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PS1 Pluralistic School Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Monica | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Lighthouse Church School Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | — |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | — |
| Westside Waldorf School Santa Monica | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,688
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,698/mo
Population
11,178
College Educated
79.5%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
50.9
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlthorp School
What grades does Carlthorp School serve?
Carlthorp School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Carlthorp School?
Carlthorp School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlthorp School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlthorp School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Carlthorp School rank in CA?
Carlthorp School ranks #235 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Carlthorp School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlthorp School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Carlthorp School a private school?
Yes, Carlthorp 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 Carlthorp School a religious school?
No, Carlthorp School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 451-1332
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