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Best San Carlos Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 317 students in San Carlos, CA (there are 10 public schools, serving 3,132 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in San Carlos, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in San Carlos, CA is St. Charles School.
50% of private schools in San Carlos, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked San Carlos Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Charles School
(Catholic)
(1)
850 Tamarack Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593-1629
Gr: K-8 | 281 students Avg. class size: 34 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Bonnie Silverman Photo - Arbor Bay School students learn how to learn. Our ultimate goal is to give students the tools to successfully transition to a traditional classroom environment.
Special Education School
1017 CEDAR ST
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 244-1519
Gr: K-8 | 36 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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San Carlos, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1225 Greenwood Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 591-4882
Gr: K | 69 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in San Carlos, CA?
The top ranked private schools in San Carlos, CA is St. Charles School.
How many private schools are located in Sanrlos?
2 private schools are located in Sanrlos.
What percentage of students in Sanrlos go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Sanrlos are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Sanrlos?
50% of private schools in Sanrlos are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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