Excellent
#7 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
The Carey School
Elementary School
1 CAREY SCHOOL LN, San Mateo, CA 94403
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#7 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#1 of 12
public schools
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The Carey School
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About The Carey School
The Carey School is a private elementary school in San Mateo, CA. The Carey School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Carey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, The Carey School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Carey 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 The Carey School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Carey School (this school) | 8.7 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary | 5.8 |
| Beresford Elementary | 6.0 |
| Baywood Elementary | 6.5 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary | 5.9 |
| Laurel Elementary | 2.9 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary | 3.4 |
| George Hall Elementary | 9.0 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
| LEAD Elementary | 3.5 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary | 3.9 |
| College Park Elementary | 9.5 |
| Highlands Elementary | 7.5 |
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
1 CAREY SCHOOL LN, San Mateo, CA 94403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Carey School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Baywood Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Beresford Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Carey School San Mateo | 0.1 mi | — |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 0.1 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST GREGORY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| St Gregory San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Aragon High San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| The Burkard School San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE BURKARD SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| St. Matthew Catholic San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Abbott Middle San Mateo | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,825
Median Home Value
$1,725,900
Median Rent
$3,273/mo
Population
43,459
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 8.7 |
| Bell Hill Academy Grass Valley, CA | 8.7 |
| Dow's Prairie Elementary Mckinleyville, CA | 8.7 |
| Mather Heights Elementary Mather, CA | 8.7 |
| Nord Country Chico, CA | 8.7 |
| Normal Heights Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Carey School
What grades does The Carey School serve?
The Carey School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend The Carey School?
The Carey School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Carey School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Carey School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Carey School rank in CA?
The Carey School ranks #7 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Carey School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Carey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Carey School a private school?
Yes, The Carey 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 The Carey School a religious school?
No, The Carey School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 240
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 345-8205
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