Very Good
#2028 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Harry P B Carden
School · Yuba County Office of Education
1023 14th St., Marysville, CA 95901
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,028 of 9,539
In Marysville
#3 of 16
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Yuba County Office of Education
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Harry P B Carden
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About Harry P B Carden
Harry P B Carden is a public school in Marysville, CA, part of Yuba County Office of Education. Harry P B Carden serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry P B Carden has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,028 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harry P B Carden show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Harry P B Carden 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.
Score Breakdown
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Harry P B Carden — Students at Harry P B Carden score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 19 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: 9.2/10.
How Harry P B Carden Compares
See how Harry P B Carden performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1023 14th St., Marysville, CA 95901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry P B Carden may also want to explore other schools in the area. CORE Charter (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Yuba City Charter (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Yuba City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Yuba County Career Preparatory Charter (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marysville, see our Marysville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba County Special Education Marysville | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Thomas E. Mathews Community Marysville | 0.3 mi | — |
| Yuba County Career Preparatory Charter Marysville | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CORE Charter Marysville | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Covillaud Elementary Marysville | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts Marysville | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln (Abraham) (Alternative) Marysville | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Marysville High Marysville | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Paragon Collegiate Academy Marysville | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Yuba City Charter Yuba City | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| King Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| AeroSTEM Academy Yuba City | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Kynoch Elementary Marysville | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Twin Rivers Charter Yuba City | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Albert Powell Continuation Yuba City | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Anna McKenney Intermediate Marysville | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Yuba City High Yuba City | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Cedar Lane Elementary Olivehurst | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,109
Median Home Value
$351,300
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
36,807
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry P B Carden
What grades does Harry P B Carden serve?
Harry P B Carden serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Harry P B Carden?
Harry P B Carden has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry P B Carden?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry P B Carden is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry P B Carden rank in CA?
Harry P B Carden ranks #2,028 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harry P B Carden's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry P B Carden has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Harry P B Carden?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry P B Carden has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Harry P B Carden a charter school?
No, Harry P B Carden is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry P B Carden a Title I school?
No, Harry P B Carden is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry P B Carden?
91.2% of students at Harry P B Carden qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Yuba County
- Phone
- (530) 741-6409
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Yuba County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 507
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $60,867
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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