Alta Vista Elementary vs Carlton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 968 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Vista Elementary
Los Gatos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
584 students
Carlton Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
656 students
| Measure | Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, California | Carlton Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #278 of 5,693 | #166 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4961 of 50,301 | #3876 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 584 | 656 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 656 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.8% | 5.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 84% |
| city | Los Gatos | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carlton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.0 vs 80.0).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 79%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 6.8%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.2 vs 26.5).
- •Carlton Elementary is the larger school with 656 students compared with 584.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alta Vista Elementary better than Carlton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carlton Elementary ranks higher (82.0 vs 80.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alta Vista Elementary and Carlton Elementary?
About 968 m in a straight line, between Los Gatos and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Vista Elementary: 584. Carlton Elementary: 656. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Vista Elementary and Carlton Elementary rank in California?
Alta Vista Elementary is 278th of 5,693 and Carlton Elementary is 166th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).