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#774 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 43% of private schools
Sea Crest School
Elementary School
901 ARNOLD WAY, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#774 of 1,787
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Sea Crest School
Elementary School in Half Moon Bay · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sea Crest School
Sea Crest School is a private elementary school in Half Moon Bay, CA. Sea Crest School serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sea Crest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #774 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Sea Crest School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sea Crest 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 Sea Crest School compares to the 5 public schools in Half Moon Bay, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Half Moon Bay
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sea Crest School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate | 5.1 |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary | 3.9 |
| Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) | 4.6 |
| Half Moon Bay High | 7.2 |
| El Granada Elementary | 5.5 |
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
901 ARNOLD WAY, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sea Crest School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kings Mountain Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Hillsborough (rated 8.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highlands Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Half Moon Bay, see our Half Moon Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Crest School Half Moon Bay | 0.0 mi | — |
| Main Street Scholars Half Moon Bay | 0.3 mi | — |
| Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate Half Moon Bay | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Our Lady of the Pillar Academy Half Moon Bay | 0.6 mi | — |
| MAIN STREET SCHOLARS Half Moon Bay | 0.6 mi | — |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary Half Moon Bay | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) Half Moon Bay | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Half Moon Bay High Half Moon Bay | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| El Granada Elementary Half Moon Bay | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Wilkinson School El Granada | 3.7 mi | — |
| WILKINSON SCHOOL El Granada | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Highlands Elementary San Mateo | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Margaret J. Kemp Redwood City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Hillcrest at Youth Services Center Redwood City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Gateway Center San Mateo | 6.4 mi | — |
| LA PETITE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Hillsborough | 7.0 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY SCHOOL San Mateo | 6.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Kings Mountain Elementary Woodside | 6.2 mi | 9.1 |
| West Hillsborough Hillsborough | 7.2 mi | 8.7 |
| The Nueva School Hillsborough | 7.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,272
Median Home Value
$1,509,300
Median Rent
$1,977/mo
Population
14,754
College Educated
53.8%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
45.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sea Crest School
What grades does Sea Crest School serve?
Sea Crest School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sea Crest School?
Sea Crest School has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sea Crest School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sea Crest School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sea Crest School rank in CA?
Sea Crest School ranks #774 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sea Crest School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sea Crest School 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 Sea Crest School a private school?
Yes, Sea Crest 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 Sea Crest School a religious school?
No, Sea Crest School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 712-9892
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