Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carlton Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlton Hills Elementary serves the southern part of Santee, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most homes located within half a mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlton Hills Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
601 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 ↓
School Rankings
Carlton Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlton Hills Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#2127 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlton Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Carlton Hills Elementary School is ranked #2127 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carlton Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Carlton Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carlton Hills Elementary School?
601 students attend Carlton Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carlton Hills Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlton Hills Elementary School?
Carlton Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlton Hills Elementary School offer ?
Carlton Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Carlton Hills Elementary School part of?
Carlton Hills Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 09, 2027 (Wednesday)
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