Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carlton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 84%
- Reading Proficiency: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carlton Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carlton Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Carlton Elementary School often compared to?
Carlton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oster Elementary School, Alta Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Carlton Elementary School?
628 students attend Carlton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Carlton Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlton Elementary School?
Carlton Elementary School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlton Elementary School offer ?
Carlton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carlton Elementary School part of?
Carlton Elementary School is part of Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Carlton Elementary School located?
Carlton Elementary School is located in the Carlton neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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