Serving 656 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 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlton Elementary serves the northwest part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carlton Elementary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Carlton Elementary 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 Carlton Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#168 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
47%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
Showing 2008–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlton Elementary School's ranking?
Carlton Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carlton Elementary School often compared to?
Carlton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Vista Elementary School, Oster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carlton Elementary School?
656 students attend Carlton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carlton Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 25:1, 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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