Carlton Elementary vs Murray Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 53 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
Murray Elementary
Dublin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
656 students
| Measure | Carlton Elementary San Jose, California | Murray Elementary Dublin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #166 of 5,693 | #851 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3876 of 50,301 | #11732 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 656 | 656 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 656 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 17.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 62% |
| city | San Jose | Dublin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carlton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.0 vs 69.4).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 62%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 65%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 17.8%).
- •Murray Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 26.2).
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 Murray Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carlton Elementary ranks higher (82.0 vs 69.4 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 Carlton Elementary and Murray Elementary?
About 53 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Dublin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton Elementary: 656. Murray Elementary: 656. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton Elementary and Murray Elementary rank in California?
Carlton Elementary is 166th of 5,693 and Murray Elementary is 851st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).