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#858 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
EL Rancho School
Elementary School
5636 EL CAMINO AVE, Carmichael, CA 95608
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#858 of 1,787
In Carmichael
#3 of 5
public schools
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EL Rancho School
Elementary School in Carmichael · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About EL Rancho School
EL Rancho School is a private elementary school in Carmichael, CA. EL Rancho School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Rancho School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, EL Rancho 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 7:1 students to teachers, EL Rancho School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
EL Rancho 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 EL Rancho School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Carmichael, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EL Rancho School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Visions In Education | 7.2 |
| Mary Deterding Elementary | 6.3 |
| Ralph Richardson Center | 3.3 |
| Starr King K-8 | 3.3 |
| Mission Avenue Open Elementary | 3.8 |
| Del Dayo Elementary | 6.0 |
| Winston Churchill Middle | 7.9 |
| California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses | 7.3 |
| Carmichael Elementary | 3.9 |
| Cameron Ranch Elementary | 2.9 |
| John Barrett Middle | 4.6 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary | 3.9 |
| Thomas Kelly Elementary | 3.2 |
| Charles Peck Elementary | 2.9 |
| Coyle Avenue Elementary | 2.3 |
| California Montessori Project - Elk Grove Campus | 7.5 |
| California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus | 7.6 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
5636 EL CAMINO AVE, Carmichael, CA 95608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Rancho School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cordova Gardens Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cordova), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mary Deterding Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carmichael, see our Carmichael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Visions In Education Carmichael | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary Deterding Elementary Carmichael | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Carmichael | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WONDER-LAND CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE Carmichael | 1.3 mi | — |
| Del Dayo Elementary Carmichael | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Ralph Richardson Center Carmichael | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Starr King K-8 Carmichael | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| St. Michael's Episcopal Day School Carmichael | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mission Avenue Open Elementary Carmichael | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Cordova Meadows Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Winston Churchill Middle Carmichael | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses Carmichael | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Cordova Gardens Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| San Juan Choices Charter Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Carmichael Elementary Carmichael | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Cordova High Rancho Cordova | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Carmichael | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Jesuit High School Carmichael | 1.9 mi | — |
| El Camino Fundamental High Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Mills Middle Rancho Cordova | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,638
Median Home Value
$565,600
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
63,052
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 6.3 |
| MILLS MONTESSORI South San Francisco, CA | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ELEMENTARY Ramona, CA | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward, CA | 6.3 |
| MORGAN ACADEMY Corona, CA | 6.3 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Rancho School
What grades does EL Rancho School serve?
EL Rancho School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend EL Rancho School?
EL Rancho School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Rancho School?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Rancho School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does EL Rancho School rank in CA?
EL Rancho School ranks #858 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is EL Rancho School's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Rancho School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is EL Rancho School a private school?
Yes, EL Rancho 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 EL Rancho School a religious school?
No, EL Rancho School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 31% M / 69% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 482-8656
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