Serving 345 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#7119 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Elementary School's ranking?
Carson Elementary School is ranked #7119 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carson Elementary School?
345 students attend Carson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Carson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Elementary School?
Carson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, 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
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Minimum Day
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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