The Carey School
The Carey School, founded in 1928, is an accredited, independent co-educational private day school located in San Mateo, CA.
Specializing in elementary education, The Carey School inspires curious, confident, and joyful learners and celebrates childhood in an inclusive, diverse community that nurtures kindness, respect, and personal responsibility.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Students: 278 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,186
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 20
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Carey School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1928
Student Body
Total Students
278 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 20
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,186
Tuition Notes
K - Grade 5: $34,186
Pre-Kindergarten: $28,630
Admissions Director
Ida Gruber
School Notes
The Carey School's Commitments Bring The Mission To Life
- Educate each child through an academically challenging and balanced pre-kindergarten to fifth-grade educational curriculum based on the fundamentals of reading, language arts, and math.
- Advance our curriculum with integrated studies in science, music, art, world languages, technology, library studies, physical education, and other enrichment programs.
- Enable students to reach their fullest potential by providing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that nurtures cognitive, creative, social-emotional, and physical growth.
- Sustain a culture of teaching excellence through passionate faculty, curriculum reviews, collaboration, and professional development.
- Partner with families to maintain our inclusive community and build student awareness of self as well as the world beyond.
- Graduate enthusiastic, life-long learners who are prepared with the skills for a successful educational journey.
Source: Verified school update
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