For the 2024 school year, there are 22 public schools serving 11,018 students in Carson, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 452 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Carson, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Carson, CA are California Of Mathematics And Science, Two Hundred Thirty-second Place and Carson Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carson, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Carson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Carson, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
California Of Mathematics And Science
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1000 E. Victoria St. Bldg. Sac
Carson, CA 90747
(310) 243-2025
Carson, CA 90747
(310) 243-2025
Grades: 9-12
| 667 students
Rank: #22.
Two Hundred Thirty-second Place
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23240 Archibald Ave.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 830-8710
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 830-8710
Grades: K-5
| 393 students
Rank: #33.
Carson Street Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
161 E. Carson St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-4508
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-4508
Grades: K-5
| 617 students
Rank: #44.
Annalee Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19410 S. Annalee Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-4740
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-4740
Grades: K-6
| 194 students
Rank: #55.
Academy Of Medical Arts At Carson High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22328 S. Main St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 847-1465
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 847-1465
Grades: 9-12
| 453 students
Rank: #66.
Caroldale Learning Community
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22424 Caroldale Ave.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 320-8570
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 320-8570
Grades: K-8
| 704 students
Rank: #77.
Towne Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18924 Towne Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 329-3505
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 329-3505
Grades: K-5
| 263 students
Rank: #88.
Dolores Street Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22526 Dolores St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-2565
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-2565
Grades: K-5
| 476 students
Rank: #99.
Stephen M. White Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22102 S. Figueroa St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 783-4900
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 783-4900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,474 students
Rank: #1010.
Del Amo Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21228 Water St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 830-5351
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 830-5351
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Ambler Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
319 E. Sherman Dr.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 532-4090
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 532-4090
Grades: K-5
| 486 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Catskill Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23536 Catskill Ave.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-7241
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-7241
Grades: K-5
| 473 students
Rank: #1313.
Andrew Carnegie Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21820 Bonita St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 952-5700
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 952-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 705 students
Rank: #1414.
Leapwood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19302 Leapwood Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 327-8245
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 327-8245
Grades: K-5
| 187 students
Rank: #1515.
Carson Senior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22328 S. Main St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 847-6000
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 847-6000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,406 students
Rank: #1616.
Ralph Bunche Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16223 S. Haskins Ln.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 898-6120
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 898-6120
Grades: K-8
| 304 students
Rank: #1717.
Bonita Street Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21929 Bonita St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-8588
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 834-8588
Grades: K-5
| 372 students
Rank: #1818.
Magnolia Science 3
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1254 E. Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Grades: 6-12
| 417 students
Rank: #1919.
Academies Of Education And Empowerment At Carson High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22328 S. Main St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 847-1455
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 847-1455
Grades: 9-12
| 503 students
Rank: #2020.
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1254 E. Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 661-4500
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 661-4500
Grades: 6-8
| 356 students
Rank: #2121.
Eagle Tree Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
22628 S. Main St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 549-0970
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 549-0970
Grades: 9-12
| 35 students
Rank: #2222.
Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19424 S. Brd.acres Ave.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-1980
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 537-1980
Grades: K-5
| 248 students
Carson, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Eagle Tree Continuation High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
22628 South Main St.
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 549-0970
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 549-0970
Grades: 9-12
| 84 students
Ganas Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
23536 Catskill Ave.
Carson, CA 90745
(424) 222-4588
Carson, CA 90745
(424) 222-4588
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Carson, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Carson, CA include California Of Mathematics And Science, Two Hundred Thirty-second Place and Carson Street Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Carson, CA?
22 public schools are located in Carson, CA.
What percentage of students in Carson, CA go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Carson, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Carson, CA?
Carson, CA public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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