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#225 of 381 private schools in WA
Carden Country School
Elementary School
6974 ISLAND CENTER RD NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#225 of 381
In Bainbridge Island
#3 of 5
public schools
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Carden Country School
Elementary School in Bainbridge Island · grades Kindergarten – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carden Country School
Carden Country School is a private elementary school in Bainbridge Island, WA. Carden Country School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carden Country School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Carden Country 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Carden Country School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carden Country 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 Carden Country School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Bainbridge Island, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carden Country School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Mosaic Home Education Partnership | 2.7 |
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch | 9.6 |
| Odyssey Multiage Program | 9.2 |
| Woodward Middle School | 8.4 |
| Bainbridge Special Education Services | 7.0 |
| Ordway Elementary | 9.5 |
| Sonoji Sakai Intermediate | 9.4 |
| Halilts Elementary School | 8.7 |
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
6974 ISLAND CENTER RD NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carden Country School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ordway Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Odyssey Multiage Program (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bainbridge Island, see our Bainbridge Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HYLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch Bainbridge Island | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Woodward Middle School Bainbridge Island | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Mosaic Home Education Partnership Bainbridge Island | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| MADRONA SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 1.7 mi | — |
| Bainbridge High School Bainbridge Island | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Odyssey Multiage Program Bainbridge Island | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Eagle Harbor High School Bainbridge Island | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Sonoji Sakai Intermediate Bainbridge Island | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Bainbridge Special Education Services Bainbridge Island | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Ordway Elementary Bainbridge Island | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Brownsville Elementary Bremerton | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| THE ISLAND SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Esquire Hills Elementary Bremerton | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Halilts Elementary School Bainbridge Island | 4.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bremerton | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Barker Creek Community School Silverdale | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Manchester Elementary School Port Orchard | 5.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,882
Median Home Value
$1,076,200
Median Rent
$2,081/mo
Population
24,607
College Educated
75%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
49
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| LIVING MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.1 |
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| MATHEIA SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 6.3 |
| COLVILLE VALLEY JUNIOR ACADEMY Colville, WA | 5.8 |
| GLOBAL IDEA SCHOOL Kirkland, WA | 6.4 |
| Queets-Clearwater Elementary Forks, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carden Country School
What grades does Carden Country School serve?
Carden Country School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Carden Country School?
Carden Country School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carden Country School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carden Country School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Carden Country School rank in WA?
Carden Country School ranks #225 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Carden Country School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carden Country 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 Carden Country School a private school?
Yes, Carden Country School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Carden Country School a religious school?
Carden Country School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 159 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kitsap County
- Phone
- (206) 842-6510
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