Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carmel River Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel River Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmel River Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel River Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel River Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel River Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmel River Elementary School often compared to?
Carmel River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Down Elementary School, Forest Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmel River Elementary School?
380 students attend Carmel River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carmel River Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmel River Elementary School?
Carmel River Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmel River Elementary School offer ?
Carmel River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carmel River Elementary School part of?
Carmel River Elementary School is part of Carmel Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmel River Elementary School located?
Carmel River Elementary School is located in the Carmel Point neighborhood of Carmel, CA.
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