Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rachel Carson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rachel Carson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rachel Carson Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rachel 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 Rachel Carson Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
44%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rachel Carson Elementary School's ranking?
Rachel Carson Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rachel Carson Elementary School often compared to?
Rachel Carson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Elementary School, Hayes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rachel Carson Elementary School?
180 students attend Rachel Carson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rachel Carson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rachel Carson Elementary School?
Rachel Carson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rachel Carson Elementary School offer ?
Rachel Carson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rachel Carson Elementary School part of?
Rachel Carson Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rachel Carson Elementary School located?
Rachel Carson Elementary School is located in the Carson and Meadows neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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