Carlton Oaks Elementary vs Zamorano Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 18 km 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
Zamorano Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
823 students
| Measure | Carlton Oaks Elementary Santee, California | Zamorano Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1530 of 5,693 | #2250 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20251 of 50,301 | #29238 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 823 | 823 |
| Enrollment | 823 | 823 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 49% |
| city | Santee | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 44.1).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 49%).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 55%).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.5% vs 71%).
- •Carlton Oaks Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 24.9).
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 Zamorano Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carlton Oaks Elementary ranks higher (57.0 vs 44.1 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 Zamorano Elementary?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Santee and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlton Oaks Elementary: 823. Zamorano Elementary: 823. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlton Oaks Elementary and Zamorano Elementary rank in California?
Carlton Oaks Elementary is 1530th of 5,693 and Zamorano Elementary is 2250th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).