Cuddeback Union Elementary

Located at 300 Wilder Road in Carlotta, California, Cuddeback Union Elementary School District is an active, traditional public school district serving the primary educational needs of its local Humboldt County community. Situated in a distant rural setting within the broader Eureka-Arcata metropolitan region, this single-school district offers a close-knit learning environment tailored for children from kindergarten through eighth grade. As a non-charter, standalone public district, Cuddeback Union Elementary is dedicated to cultivating strong foundational skills across early childhood and middle school grade levels to prepare young scholars for their eventual transition to high school.

The district supports a focused student body of 157 enrolled pupils, offering a well-balanced learning atmosphere with 89 male and 68 female students across its K–8 classrooms. The student population represents a diverse blend of backgrounds, primarily composed of White, Hispanic, multiracial, and American Indian children. To serve this community, the district maintains a remarkably strong staffing presence, employing 20 full-time equivalent teachers alongside approximately 7.5 instructional aides and 21 dedicated support staff personnel. With a total workforce of nearly 49 full-time equivalent team members, Cuddeback Union Elementary ensures a highly supportive, well-resourced environment where students benefit from individualized attention and a close community network.