Carlmont High School is a public high school in Belmont, California, United States serving grades 9–12 as part of the Sequoia Union High School District. Carlmont is a California Distinguished School.
Serving 2,360 students in grades 9-12, Carlmont High 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 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlmont High serves the northwest part of Belmont, CA, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carlmont High School's student population of 2,360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,360 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Campus Size
42 acres (17 ha)
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a supportive learning environment that allows all students to achieve success in academics and careers.
School Rankings
Carlmont High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlmont High School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#230 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Grey
School Mascot
Monty
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlmont High School's ranking?
Carlmont High School is ranked #230 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carlmont High School often compared to?
Carlmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlmont High School?
The graduation rate of Carlmont High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Carlmont High School?
2,360 students attend Carlmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Carlmont High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlmont High School?
Carlmont High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlmont High School offer ?
Carlmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carlmont High School part of?
Carlmont High School is part of Sequoia Union High School District.
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