Carmel River Elementary

Monte Verde St. and 15th Ave.
Carmel, CA 93923

400 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Carmel River Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the charming coastal community of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Situated at the intersection of Monte Verde Street and 15th Avenue, the school is nestled within a quiet residential neighborhood that reflects the town’s iconic, picturesque aesthetic. As part of the Carmel Unified School District, the institution is known for fostering a close-knit, supportive environment that emphasizes both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its students.

The school is well-regarded for its strong connection to the local community and its commitment to providing a well-rounded education. Beyond core academic instruction, Carmel River Elementary often highlights programs that encourage creativity, environmental stewardship, and student participation. Its prime location near the natural beauty of the Monterey Peninsula allows for unique outdoor learning opportunities, contributing to a vibrant campus culture that prioritizes student engagement and a sense of belonging for families in the region.

400

Total Students

19.0

Full-Time Teachers

21.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carmel River Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	229
Hispanic	75
Asian	32
Two or More	64

White
229 (57.3%)
Hispanic
75 (18.8%)
Two or More
64 (16.0%)
Asian
32 (8.0%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Carmel Unified
Phone:	(831)624-4609
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	400
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	52
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 77

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 72

Grade 4 68

Grade 5 73

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Carmel River Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	77
Grade 1	45
Grade 2	65
Grade 3	72
Grade 4	68
Grade 5	73

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Carmel River Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	184	46%
Male	216	54%

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Monterey Peninsula Unified

516 Students

225 Normandy Rd.
Seaside, CA 93955 (9.2 miles away)

Elementary School K - 6th