At Stevenson's Carmel Campus, we believe that learning is most meaningful when it is joyful, engaging, and connected to the real world.
Our philosophy is rooted in creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning through inquiry, exploration, and responsive community practices.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,000
- Acceptance rate: 35%
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Stevenson School Carmel Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2016
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
218 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition for PK is $21,500
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$18,000
Acceptance Rate
35%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Katie Willis
Application URL
Endowment Size
$64.7 million
School Notes
- At Stevenson's Carmel Campus, we believe that learning is most meaningful when it is joyful, engaging, and connected to the real world. Our philosophy is rooted in creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning through inquiry, exploration, and responsive community practices.
- We engage students in inquiry-based experiences that invite them to ask questions, investigate ideas, and apply their learning in hands-on ways. Whether studying local habitats, exploring history through storytelling, or collaborating on math investigations, students are encouraged to see learning as both personal and purposeful.
- Beyond the classroom, our enriched after-school programs, including hands-on classes in cooking, fashion design, digital fabrication, gardening, service and robotics, inspire creativity and innovation, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to explore and develop their unique talents and voices.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stevenson School Carmel Campus cost?
Stevenson School Carmel Campus's tuition is approximately $34,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Stevenson School Carmel Campus?
The acceptance rate of Stevenson School Carmel Campus is 35%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Stevenson School Carmel Campus's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is Stevenson School Carmel Campus's ranking?
Stevenson School Carmel Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Stevenson School Carmel Campus?
The application deadline for Stevenson School Carmel Campus is Feb. 1.
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