Serving 823 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carlton Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (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 50% 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: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlton Oaks Elementary serves the western part of Santee, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlton Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carlton Oaks Elementary School's student population of 823 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
823 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
Red Hawks R.I.S.E. (Respect, Inspire, Succeed, Empathize)
School Rankings
Carlton Oaks 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 Oaks Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1936 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Red Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlton Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Carlton Oaks Elementary School is ranked #1936 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carlton Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Carlton Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 Oaks Elementary School?
823 students attend Carlton Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carlton Oaks Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% 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 Oaks Elementary School?
Carlton Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlton Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Carlton Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Carlton Oaks Elementary School part of?
Carlton Oaks Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed in Observance of Veteran's Day
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed in Observance of Winter Break
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Day
January 18, 2027 (Monday)
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