Carlton Elementary vs Union Middle
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.
Carlton Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
656 students
Union Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,068 students
| Measure | Carlton Elementary San Jose, California | Union Middle San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #166 of 5,693 | #36 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #3876 of 50,301 | #1038 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 656 | 1,068 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 1,068 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 7.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 82% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Union Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.0 vs 82.0).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Union Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Carlton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 7.8%).
- •Union Middle does better on students per teacher (24.3 vs 26.2).
- •Union Middle is the larger school with 1,068 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Carlton Elementary better than Union Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Union Middle ranks higher (83.0 vs 82.0 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 Union Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton Elementary: 656. Union Middle: 1,068. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton Elementary and Union Middle rank in California?
Carlton Elementary is 166th of 5,693 and Union Middle is 36th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).