St. Charles School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 281 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,390
Average class size: 34 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Charles School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Charles School
Kind	33
1	27
2	35
3	24
4	31
5	35
6	31
7	31
8	34

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1950

Student Body

Total Students

281 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

34 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,390

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Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

AthleticsDrama Club

Homework Club

School Notes

St. Charles School is a Catholic faith community.
The faculty and staff integrate Christ`s message into a spiritual, academic, and social program to develop each student as a whole child. St. Charles recognizes the parents as the primary educators. We strive, in partnership with parents, to work within as educational program to promote a community of faith and challenge students to reach their fullest potential. Our efforts are dedicated to preparing accomplished learners, problems solvers, and responsible and mature Christians.

School Motto: Faith, Community, & Service

St. Charles School is a Catholic faith community.
The faculty and staff integrate Christ`s message into a spiritual, academic, and social program to develop each student as a whole child. St. Charles recognizes the parents as the primary educators. We strive, in partnership with parents, to work within as educational program to promote a community of faith and challenge students to reach their fullest potential. Our efforts are dedicated to preparing accomplished learners, problems solvers, and responsible and mature Christians.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Charles School cost?

St. Charles School's tuition is approximately $6,390 for private students.

What sports does St. Charles School offer?

St. Charles School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Charles School's ranking?

St. Charles School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Charles School?

The application deadline for St. Charles School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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5 11/24/2023

Great holistic education at the heart of San Carlos. The teachers here are traditionalists and value the social-emotional growth of students through the years. Highly recommend for an education here.

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The average private school tuition in San Mateo County, CA is $25,863 for elementary schools and $39,887 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Mateo County, CA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).