Arundel Elementary vs San Carlos Charter Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary 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
San Carlos Charter Learning Center
San Carlos · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
377 students
| Measure | Arundel Elementary San Carlos, California | San Carlos Charter Learning Center San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #228 of 5,693 | #197 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4466 of 50,301 | #4132 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 388 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.3% | 4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 69% |
| city | San Carlos | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.9 vs 81.6).
- •Arundel Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 69%).
- •San Carlos Charter Learning Center does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •San Carlos Charter Learning Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4% vs 11.3%).
- •San Carlos Charter Learning Center does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 22.8).
- •Arundel Elementary is the larger school with 388 students compared with 377.
- •Arundel Elementary is a public school while San Carlos Charter Learning Center is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 San Carlos Charter Learning Center?
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 San Carlos Charter Learning Center?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arundel Elementary: 388. San Carlos Charter Learning Center: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arundel Elementary and San Carlos Charter Learning Center rank in California?
Arundel Elementary is 228th of 5,693 and San Carlos Charter Learning Center is 197th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).