Carlton Elementary

carlton.unionsd.org/

656 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Carlton Elementary School, located at 2421 Carlton Ave in San Jose, CA, is a public K-5 institution that serves as a cornerstone of the Union School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a nurturing community atmosphere, the school focuses on fostering a well-rounded educational experience. By prioritizing a blend of core curriculum, technology integration, and social-emotional learning, Carlton aims to prepare its students not only for middle school success but also to become thoughtful, engaged members of their local community.

The school benefits significantly from being part of the Union School District, which is widely recognized for its high academic standards and strong parental involvement. Carlton Elementary emphasizes collaboration between teachers, staff, and families to create an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and reach their full potential. With its established reputation in the San Jose area, the school remains a popular choice for families looking for a supportive, results-oriented elementary education.

656

Total Students

25.5

Full-Time Teachers

25.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

5.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carlton Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	204
Hispanic	76
Black	7
Asian	310
Two or More	59

Asian
310 (47.3%)
White
204 (31.1%)
Hispanic
76 (11.6%)
Two or More
59 (9.0%)
Black
7 (1.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Union Elementary
Phone:	(408)356-1141
Website:	http://carlton.unionsd.org/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	656
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	25.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	32
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 134

Grade 1 98

Grade 2 103

Grade 3 106

Grade 4 112

Grade 5 103