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#1004 of 1,787 private schools in CA
The Howard School
Elementary School
5050 EL CARRO LN, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,004 of 1,787
In Carpinteria
#2 of 2
public schools
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The Howard School
Elementary School in Carpinteria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Howard School
The Howard School is a private elementary school in Carpinteria, CA. The Howard School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Howard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,004 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, The Howard School 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, The Howard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Howard 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 Howard School compares to the 5 public schools in Carpinteria, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Carpinteria
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Howard School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Canalino Elementary | 7.6 |
| Carpinteria Family | 8.5 |
| Carpinteria Senior High | 7.0 |
| Carpinteria Middle | 8.1 |
| Aliso Elementary | 5.6 |
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
5050 EL CARRO LN, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Howard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cold Spring Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montecito Union (rated 9.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpinteria, see our Carpinteria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canalino Elementary Carpinteria | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Carpinteria Family Carpinteria | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Carpinteria Senior High Carpinteria | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Carpinteria Middle Carpinteria | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Aliso Elementary Carpinteria | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Cate School Carpinteria | 2.0 mi | — |
| CATE SCHOOL Carpinteria | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Summerland Elementary Summerland | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CRANE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 6.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Crane Country Day School Santa Barbara | 6.2 mi | — |
| Montecito Union Santa Barbara | 7.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Cold Spring Elementary Santa Barbara | 8.7 mi | 9.8 |
| Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara | 9.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 9.5 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Barbara | 9.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara | 9.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Santa Barbara Junior High Santa Barbara | 10.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara | 10.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Barbara Senior High Santa Barbara | 10.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Fusion Academy Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | 10.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,633
Median Home Value
$1,074,600
Median Rent
$2,331/mo
Population
16,348
College Educated
46.2%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
45.1
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|---|---|
| ALPHA-KIDZ INTERNATIONAL Canyon Country, CA | 6.1 |
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| BRAWLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brawley, CA | 6.1 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL REDDING Redding, CA | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Howard School
What grades does The Howard School serve?
The Howard School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Howard School?
The Howard School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Howard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Howard School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Howard School rank in CA?
The Howard School ranks #1,004 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Howard School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Howard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Howard School a private school?
Yes, The Howard 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 Howard School a religious school?
No, The Howard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 745-8448
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