Excellent
#934 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Carmel River Elementary
Elementary School · Carmel Unified
PO Box 222700, Carmel, CA 93922
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#934 of 9,539
In Carmel
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Carmel Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Carmel River Elementary
Carmel River Elementary is a public elementary school in Carmel, CA, part of Carmel Unified. Carmel River Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmel River Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carmel River Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Carmel River Elementary — Students at Carmel River Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Carmel River Elementary Compares
See how Carmel River Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 222700, Carmel, CA 93922
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carmel River Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Grove Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Pacific Grove), with a comparable rating. Another option is Monterey Bay Charter (rated 7.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Pacific Grove), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Monte Vista (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Monterey), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carmel, see our Carmel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carmel High Carmel | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| STEVENSON SCHOOL CARMEL CAMPUS Carmel | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Stevenson School Carmel Campus Carmel | 1.5 mi | — |
| Carmel Middle Carmel | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Stevenson School Pebble Beach Pebble Beach | 3.2 mi | — |
| STEVENSON SCHOOL - PEBBLE BEACH CAMPUS Pebble Beach | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Monte Vista Monterey | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Monterey High Monterey | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| La Mesa Monterey | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN CARLOS SCHOOL Monterey | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| San Carlos Elementary Monterey | 4.1 mi | — |
| Monterey Bay Charter Pacific Grove | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Community High (Continuation) Pacific Grove | 4.4 mi | — |
| Catherine Dior School Monterey | 4.2 mi | — |
| Pacific Grove High Pacific Grove | 4.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Forest Grove Elementary Pacific Grove | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Sojourner Academy Monterey | 4.7 mi | — |
| Pacific Grove Middle Pacific Grove | 5.0 mi | 8.4 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Monterey | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Big Sur Charter Monterey | 5.0 mi | 4.3 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim, CA | 8.4 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carmel River Elementary
What grades does Carmel River Elementary serve?
Carmel River Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carmel River Elementary?
Carmel River Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmel River Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carmel River Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carmel River Elementary rank in CA?
Carmel River Elementary ranks #934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carmel River Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carmel River Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carmel River Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmel River Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carmel River Elementary a charter school?
No, Carmel River Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carmel River Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carmel River Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carmel River Elementary?
9.7% of students at Carmel River Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (831) 624-4609
Resources & Links
District
Carmel Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,159
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,756
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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