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PrivateElementaryGrades PK–5Nonsectarian
1 Carey School Ln, San Mateo, CA 94403 · (650) 345-8205
San Mateo’s School Grade A better than 86% of California school districts
Students
290
Students per teacher
8:1
Setting
City
Grades
PK–5
What stands out about The Carey School
- Small classes: 8 students per teacher
- Private school: it doesn’t take California’s state tests
Location
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1 Carey School Ln, San Mateo
Students
Enrollment by grade
Pre-K38
Kindergarten45
Grade 144
Grade 241
Grade 343
Grade 442
Grade 537
Who goes here
White 50%Asian 31%Two or more races 8%Black 6%Hispanic 5%Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
Parents talk
Questions and answers about The Carey School from San Mateo families.
School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2023–2024 school year. Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors.