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St. Charles School

850 Tamarack Ave San Carlos, CA 94070

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
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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:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Faith, Community, & Service

Student Body

Total Students
281 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
34 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

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.
  • 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

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).

School Reviews

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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 $25,898 for elementary schools and $40,879 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Mateo County, CA is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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