Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carson Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Carson Elementary School?
326 students attend Carson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Carson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Elementary School?
Carson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carson Elementary School offer ?
Carson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carson Elementary School part of?
Carson Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Carson Elementary School located?
Carson Elementary School is located in the Linda Vista neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Linda Vista.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
Last Day of School - Minimum Day
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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