Carlton Oaks Elementary vs West Hills High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 425 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlton Oaks Elementary
Santee · Public elementary · Grades K–8
823 students
West Hills High
Santee · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,624 students
| Measure | Carlton Oaks Elementary Santee, California | West Hills High Santee, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1530 of 5,693 | #390 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #20251 of 50,301 | #8317 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 823 | 1,624 |
| Enrollment | 823 | 1,624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 42.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 42% |
| city | Santee | Santee |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 50.3).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.5% vs 42.7%).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.5).
- •West Hills High is the larger school with 1,624 students compared with 823.
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 Oaks Elementary better than West Hills High?
On the Success Index (US), Carlton Oaks Elementary ranks higher (57.0 vs 50.3 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 Oaks Elementary and West Hills High?
About 425 m in a straight line, between Santee and Santee in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton Oaks Elementary: 823. West Hills High: 1,624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton Oaks Elementary and West Hills High rank in California?
Carlton Oaks Elementary is 1530th of 5,693 and West Hills High is 390th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).