Our Lady of Mount Carmel School is a Catholic day school associated with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and fully accredited by the Western Catholic Education Association and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
We serve students in Pre-K to 8th grade at our Santa Barbara, California campus.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,015
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1944
Student Body
Total Students
188 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School cost?
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School's tuition is approximately $9,015 for private students.
What sports does Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School offer?
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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