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Carmel River Elementary

Carmel Unified · Monterey County · Monte Verde Street and 15th Avenue, Carmel, CA 93923

(831) 624-4609

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10/10
#345
Rank 345 out of 5,722
Top 6%
English Language Arts10/10 · #256 · 96th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #296 · 95th percentile
Science9/10 · #694 · 88th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into one of California's most stunning coastal communities, Carmel River Elementary sits in a town known for its art galleries, white-sand beaches, and a fiercely protective sense of place — and the school reflects that same intentional character. Academics here are genuinely strong across the board, making it a natural fit for families who want rigorous English and math foundations without sacrificing the unhurried, small-town feel that makes Carmel so distinct. If you're raising kids in this corner of the Monterey Peninsula, this school is very much part of what makes the community worth staying in.

Student Demographics

205 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
118 (58%)
Hispanic
33 (16%)
Multiple Races
23 (11%)
Asian
22 (11%)
Other
9 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners10 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged36 (18%)
Students with Disabilities21 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

400
Enrollment
24.7
Teachers (FTE)
16.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.5
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #3662 · 40th percentile

61 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found