CARDIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Cardiff Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Cardiff Elementary school district, located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA with about 346 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. With about 17 teachers, Cardiff Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Cardiff Elementary School is a prominent public school located in the charming, coastal community of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California. Serving students in the Cardiff School District, the school is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its unique focus on student well-being. Situated just blocks from the Pacific Ocean, the campus enjoys a serene atmosphere that mirrors the laid-back, family-oriented culture of the surrounding beach town, making it a central hub for the local community.
The school is well-known for its innovative approach to education, which emphasizes small class sizes, personalized learning, and strong partnerships between educators and parents. With a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with a focus on social-emotional development, Cardiff Elementary aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for future success. Its scenic location and community-centered environment foster a supportive, nurturing space where students are encouraged to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
For more information, contact Cardiff Elementary at (760) 632-5892 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007-2313
(760) 632-5892
CARDIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA with about 346 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cardiff Elementary
- Total Students:
- 346
- Teachers:
- 17.4
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 346 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CARDIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 70.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.9%
- Two or more races
- 11.8%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.6%
- Female
- 50.0%
- Male
- 50.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.