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#2614 of 3,177 private schools in CA
San Carlos Elementary
Elementary School
450 Church Street, Monterey, CA 93940
About San Carlos Elementary
San Carlos Elementary is an private elementary school in Monterey, CA 93940. The school serves approximately 269 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5/10, placing it in the 17.8th percentile among private schools in CA — an average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $110,669, where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 5 public schools in Monterey, San Carlos Elementary rates higher overall (5.5 vs 4.3 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow San Carlos Elementary compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Monterey, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Carlos Elementary (this school) | 5.5 |
| Big Sur Charter | 4.0 |
| Monte Vista | 5.0 |
| La Mesa | 4.7 |
| Bay View Academy | 3.3 |
| George C. Marshall Elementary | 4.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
450 Church Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN CARLOS SCHOOL Monterey | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Catherine Dior School Monterey | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Monterey High Monterey | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sojourner Academy Monterey | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Big Sur Charter Monterey | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Monte Vista Monterey | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| La Mesa Monterey | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Monterey | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Santa Catalina School Monterey | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA CATALINA SCHOOL Monterey | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Robert Down Elementary Pacific Grove | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Pacific Grove Middle Pacific Grove | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Pacific Grove High Pacific Grove | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Community High (Continuation) Pacific Grove | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Forest Grove Elementary Pacific Grove | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Monterey Bay Charter Pacific Grove | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Carmel High Carmel | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Stevenson School Carmel Campus Carmel | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Classical Christian Academy Monterey Bay Monterey | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,669
Median Home Value
$1,039,700
Median Rent
$2,305/mo
Population
30,951
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen (Decima M.) Elementary San Bruno, CA | 5.5 |
| Alverno Heights Academy Sierra Madre, CA | 5.5 |
| Apple Blossom Sebastopol, CA | 5.5 |
| CRESTVIEW PREPARATORY SCHOOL La Canada Flintridge, CA | 5.5 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA | 5.5 |
| Chrysalis Charter Palo Cedro, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Carlos Elementary
What grades does San Carlos Elementary serve?
San Carlos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend San Carlos Elementary?
San Carlos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Carlos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Carlos Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does San Carlos Elementary rank in CA?
San Carlos Elementary is ranked #2614 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is San Carlos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Carlos Elementary has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is San Carlos Elementary a private school?
Yes, San Carlos Elementary is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Monterey
- Phone
- (831) 375-1324
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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