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Kindercourt Academy

Elementary School

1225 GREENWOOD AVE, San Carlos, CA 94070

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – TK

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#781 of 1,787

In San Carlos

#1 of 2

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Kindercourt Academy

6.5/10

Elementary School in San Carlos · grades Kindergarten – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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About Kindercourt Academy

Kindercourt Academy is a private elementary school in San Carlos, CA. Kindercourt Academy serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-TK, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kindercourt Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.3 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 45 students, Kindercourt Academy 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 9:1 students to teachers, Kindercourt Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kindercourt Academy 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

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How Kindercourt Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in San Carlos, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
This School
vs
21.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
45
This School
vs
348
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
9.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.9% vs 0%
Asian 13.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
Kindercourt Academy San Carlos Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Kindercourt Academy (this school) 6.5
White Oaks Elementary 9.3
Arroyo 9.2
Central Middle 9.2
Brittan Acres Elementary 9.5
Arundel Elementary 9.4
Heather Elementary 8.4
San Carlos Charter Learning Center 9.2
Mariposa 9.7
Tierra Linda Middle 8.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,620
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 49%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Enrollment 45
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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)

White 68.9%
Asian 13.3%
Two or More 13.3%
Hispanic 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1225 GREENWOOD AVE, San Carlos, CA 94070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kindercourt Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brittan Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arundel Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, White Oaks Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Carlos, see our San Carlos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
White Oaks Elementary San Carlos 0.5 mi 9.3
ARBOR BAY SCHOOL San Carlos 0.4 mi
Arbor Bay San Carlos 0.4 mi
Redwood High Redwood City 0.4 mi 5.6
Arroyo San Carlos 0.5 mi 9.2
Central Middle San Carlos 0.6 mi 9.2
Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos 0.7 mi 9.5
ST CHARLES SCHOOL San Carlos 0.9 mi 5.2
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Redwood City 1.1 mi 6.9
Clifford Elementary Redwood City 1.3 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Redwood City 1.4 mi 6.1
Sequoia High Redwood City 1.3 mi 7.8
Arundel Elementary San Carlos 1.3 mi 9.4
Heather Elementary San Carlos 1.3 mi 8.4
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood City 1.5 mi 4.7
Redeemer Lutheran School Redwood City 1.5 mi
McKinley Institute of Technology Redwood City 1.5 mi 6.2
North Star Academy Redwood City 1.5 mi 9.2
Orion Alternative Redwood City 1.8 mi 6.8
San Mateo County Special Education Redwood City 2.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$235,373

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$2,802/mo

Population

30,696

College Educated

68.4%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kindercourt Academy

What grades does Kindercourt Academy serve?

Kindercourt Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through TK.

How many students attend Kindercourt Academy?

Kindercourt Academy has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kindercourt Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Kindercourt Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kindercourt Academy rank in CA?

Kindercourt Academy ranks #781 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Kindercourt Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Kindercourt Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kindercourt Academy a private school?

Yes, Kindercourt Academy 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 Kindercourt Academy a religious school?

No, Kindercourt Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – TK
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
9 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Mateo County

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