Arundel Elementary vs Carlmont High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arundel Elementary
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades K–3
388 students
Carlmont High
Belmont · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,360 students
| Measure | Arundel Elementary San Carlos, California | Carlmont High Belmont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #228 of 5,693 | #18 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #4466 of 50,301 | #1202 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 388 | 2,360 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 2,360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.3% | 9.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 73% |
| city | San Carlos | Belmont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.9 vs 80.4).
- •Arundel Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 73%).
- •Carlmont High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 77%).
- •Carlmont High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.3% vs 11.3%).
- •Carlmont High does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 22.8).
- •Carlmont High is the larger school with 2,360 students compared with 388.
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 Arundel Elementary better than Carlmont High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arundel Elementary and Carlmont High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and Belmont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arundel Elementary: 388. Carlmont High: 2,360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arundel Elementary and Carlmont High rank in California?
Arundel Elementary is 228th of 5,693 and Carlmont High is 18th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).