Carlton Elementary vs Raymond J. Fisher Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 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
Raymond J. Fisher Middle
Los Gatos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,015 students
| Measure | Carlton Elementary San Jose, California | Raymond J. Fisher Middle Los Gatos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #166 of 5,693 | #43 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #3876 of 50,301 | #1116 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 656 | 1,015 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 1,015 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 75% |
| 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 82.5).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 75%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 75%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 5.6%).
- •Raymond J. Fisher Middle does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 26.2).
- •Raymond J. Fisher Middle is the larger school with 1,015 students compared with 656.
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 Raymond J. Fisher Middle?
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 Raymond J. Fisher Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Los Gatos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton Elementary: 656. Raymond J. Fisher Middle: 1,015. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton Elementary and Raymond J. Fisher Middle rank in California?
Carlton Elementary is 166th of 5,693 and Raymond J. Fisher Middle is 43rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).