Carlton Elementary vs Louise Van Meter Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlton Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
656 students
Louise Van Meter Elementary
Los Gatos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
507 students
| Measure | Carlton Elementary San Jose, California | Louise Van Meter Elementary Los Gatos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #166 of 5,693 | #177 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3876 of 50,301 | #3956 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 656 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 6.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 75% |
| city | San Jose | Los Gatos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.0 vs 81.9).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 75%).
- •Louise Van Meter Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 6.7%).
- •Louise Van Meter Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 26.2).
- •Carlton Elementary is the larger school with 656 students compared with 507.
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 Carlton Elementary better than Louise Van Meter Elementary?
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 Carlton Elementary and Louise Van Meter Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Los Gatos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton Elementary: 656. Louise Van Meter Elementary: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton Elementary and Louise Van Meter Elementary rank in California?
Carlton Elementary is 166th of 5,693 and Louise Van Meter Elementary is 177th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).