Excellent
#8 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
Chartwell School
School
2511 NUMA WATSON RD, Seaside, CA 93955
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#8 of 1,787
In Seaside
#1 of 2
public schools
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Chartwell School
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About Chartwell School
Chartwell School is a private school in Seaside, CA. Chartwell School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Chartwell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, Chartwell 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Chartwell School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chartwell 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 Chartwell School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Seaside, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chartwell School (this school) | 8.7 |
| Seaside Middle | 6.5 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day | — |
| Ord Terrace Elementary | 7.5 |
| Central Coast High | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID | — |
| International School of Monterey | 4.7 |
| Seaside High | 6.1 |
| Martin Luther King | 5.3 |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula | 6.8 |
| Del Rey Woods Elementary | 6.4 |
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
2511 NUMA WATSON RD, Seaside, CA 93955
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chartwell School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ord Terrace Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Central Coast High (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Marina High (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Marina), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seaside, see our Seaside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chartwell School Seaside | 0.1 mi | — |
| George C. Marshall Elementary Monterey | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Seaside Middle Seaside | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside | 1.8 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 1.9 mi | — |
| International School of Monterey Seaside | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Seaside High Seaside | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Marina High Marina | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| J. C. Crumpton Elementary Marina | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Los Arboles Middle Marina | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Marina Vista Elementary Marina | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside | 3.1 mi | — |
| Peninsula Adventist School Seaside | 3.1 mi | — |
| MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Del Rey Woods Elementary Seaside | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Learning for Life Charter Marina | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,331
Median Home Value
$693,800
Median Rent
$2,312/mo
Population
32,253
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chartwell School
What grades does Chartwell School serve?
Chartwell School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Chartwell School?
Chartwell School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chartwell School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chartwell School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chartwell School rank in CA?
Chartwell School ranks #8 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Chartwell School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chartwell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chartwell School a private school?
Yes, Chartwell 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 Chartwell School a religious school?
No, Chartwell School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Monterey County
- Phone
- (831) 394-3468
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