Serving 851 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carlton Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlton Oaks Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1953 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
28%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1953 out of 9,602 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
851 students attend Carlton Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carlton Oaks Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 22:1.
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
No School - Fall Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Modified Day
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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