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Carlton Elementary

Union Elementary · Santa Clara County · 2421 Carlton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124-4949

(408) 356-1141 · www.unionsd.org

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10/10
#287
Rank 287 out of 5,722
Top 5%
English Language Arts10/10 · #395 · 93rd percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #163 · 97th percentile
Science10/10 · #448 · 92nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Carlton Elementary sits in the Cambrian Park neighborhood of San Jose, a quietly suburban pocket of the city known for its tree-lined streets, well-kept homes, and strong sense of community. With math scores landing in the 97th percentile statewide, this is a school that serious academic families gravitate toward, and the consistently strong performance across English and science suggests it's not a one-trick pony. Families who want a top-tier public school experience without leaving the comfort of a walkable, family-friendly neighborhood will find a lot to love here.

Student Demographics

315 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
133 (42%)
White
109 (35%)
Hispanic
36 (11%)
Multiple Races
26 (8%)
Filipino
6 (2%)
African American
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners67 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged19 (6%)
Students with Disabilities34 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

656
Enrollment
27.1
Teachers (FTE)
24.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
24.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1239 · 80th percentile

190 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found