For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 657 students in the neighborhood of Carlton, San Jose, CA.
The neighborhood of Carlton, San Jose, CA public schools have a diversity score of 0.67, which is more than the California public school average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Carlton, San Jose, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlton Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2421 Carlton Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
Gr: K-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Carlton, San Jose, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Carlton, San Jose, CA include Carlton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood ofrlton, San Jose?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood ofrlton, San Jose.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood ofrlton, San Jose?
the neighborhood ofrlton, San Jose public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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