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#1456 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Charles School
Elementary School
850 TAMARACK AVE, San Carlos, CA 94070
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,456 of 1,787
In San Carlos
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Charles School
Elementary School in San Carlos · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Charles School
St Charles School is a private elementary school in San Carlos, CA. St Charles School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,456 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Charles 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 St Charles School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in San Carlos, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Charles School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Brittan Acres Elementary | 9.5 |
| Central Middle | 9.2 |
| Arroyo | 9.2 |
| Heather Elementary | 8.4 |
| Arundel Elementary | 9.4 |
| White Oaks Elementary | 9.3 |
| Mariposa | 9.7 |
| Tierra Linda Middle | 8.9 |
| San Carlos Charter Learning Center | 9.2 |
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
850 TAMARACK AVE, San Carlos, CA 94070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mariposa (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brittan Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arundel Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Carlos, see our San Carlos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos | 0.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Central Middle San Carlos | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Arbor Bay San Carlos | 0.5 mi | — |
| ARBOR BAY SCHOOL San Carlos | 0.5 mi | — |
| Heather Elementary San Carlos | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Arundel Elementary San Carlos | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Clifford Elementary Redwood City | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| White Oaks Elementary San Carlos | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| KINDERCOURT ACADEMY San Carlos | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CHARLES ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Belmont | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Charles Armstrong School Belmont | 1.4 mi | — |
| Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Mariposa San Carlos | 1.3 mi | 9.7 |
| San Carlos Charter Learning Center San Carlos | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Redwood High Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Carlmont High Belmont | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Belmont | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Nesbit Elementary Belmont | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| San Mateo County Special Education Redwood City | 2.1 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 St Charles School
What grades does St Charles School serve?
St Charles School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Charles School?
St Charles School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Charles School rank in CA?
St Charles School ranks #1,456 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Charles School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Charles School a private school?
Yes, St Charles School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Charles School a religious school?
St Charles School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 276
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 593-1629
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