Schools in San Carlos, California (2025)
9 schools · 3,252 students · 8 public, 1 charter · median Enrollment 377.
San Carlos, in California, has 9 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 3,252 students. By level there are 7 elementary, 2 middle; by sector 8 public, 1 charter.
The median Enrollment across San Carlos's schools is 377, below the California median of 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
9 of the 9 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is White Oaks Elementary (86.6, top 5% of elementary schools nationally), followed by Central Middle (82.3, top 10% of middle schools nationally), and Heather Elementary (81.6, top 10% of elementary schools nationally). 6 schools sit in the top 10% of United States for their type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Tierra Linda Middle (451 students), Central Middle (443 students), Brittan Acres Elementary (411 students).
Ranked schools in San Carlos
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and California.
- 187White Oaks ElementarySan Carlos · Public Elementary97.5% Math proficiency · 250 students
- 282Central MiddleSan Carlos · Public Middle78% Math proficiency · 443 students
- 382Heather ElementarySan Carlos · Public Elementary77% Math proficiency · 320 students
- 482San Carlos Charter Learning CenterSan Carlos · Charter Elementary69% Math proficiency · 377 students
- 581Arundel ElementarySan Carlos · Public Elementary82% Math proficiency · 388 students
- 680Tierra Linda MiddleSan Carlos · Public Middle71% Math proficiency · 451 students
- 779ArroyoSan Carlos · Public Elementary73% Math proficiency · 290 students
- 873Brittan Acres ElementarySan Carlos · Public Elementary62% Math proficiency · 411 students
- 962MariposaSan Carlos · Public Elementary10.9% Free/reduced-price lunch · 322 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Oaks Elementary San Carlos · Elementary · Grades K–3 | Public | 86.6 Top 5% | 97.5% Math proficiency | 250 |
| 2 | Central Middle San Carlos · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 82.3 Top 10% | 78% Math proficiency | 443 |
| 3 | Heather Elementary San Carlos · Elementary · Grades K–3 | Public | 81.6 Top 10% | 77% Math proficiency | 320 |
| 4 | San Carlos Charter Learning Center San Carlos · Elementary · Grades K–8 | Charter | 81.6 Top 10% | 69% Math proficiency | 377 |
| 5 | Arundel Elementary San Carlos · Elementary · Grades K–3 | Public | 80.9 Top 10% | 82% Math proficiency | 388 |
| 6 | Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 80.1 Top 10% | 71% Math proficiency | 451 |
| 7 | Arroyo San Carlos · Elementary · Grades 4–5 | Public | 78.9 Top 25% | 73% Math proficiency | 290 |
| 8 | Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos · Elementary · Grades K–3 | Public | 72.8 Top 25% | 62% Math proficiency | 411 |
| 9 | Mariposa San Carlos · Elementary · Grades 4–5 | Public | 61.5 Top 50% | 10.9% Free/reduced-price lunch | 322 |
Compare the top 4 schools in San Carlos side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in San Carlos?
White Oaks Elementary is the highest-ranked school in San Carlos with a Success Index (US) of 86.6 out of 100 (Top 5% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in San Carlos?
San Carlos has 9 schools (7 elementary, 2 middle) educating 3,252 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in San Carlos?
The median Enrollment across schools in San Carlos is 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.