JOHN & CAROL CARLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John & Carol Carlson Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) school district, located in Chandler, AZ with about 796 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, John & Carol Carlson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John & Carol Carlson Elementary is a public school located in the suburban community of Chandler, Arizona, serving students within the Chandler Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, offering a comprehensive K-6 curriculum designed to prepare children for success in middle school and beyond. Its location in a growing residential area allows it to serve a diverse group of families who prioritize community-focused education.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Carlson Elementary places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture. The school integrates technology into its classrooms to enhance learning experiences and encourages extracurricular involvement to help students build social skills and confidence. By maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the local community, the school aims to provide a well-rounded environment where students are challenged intellectually while being supported in their personal and character growth.

For more information, contact John & Carol Carlson Elementary at (480) 224-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5400 S White
Chandler, AZ 85249
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JOHN & CAROL CARLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chandler, AZ with about 796 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
796
Teachers:
45
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 796 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JOHN & CAROL CARLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
74.2%
Hispanic/Latino
12.6%
Asian
5.5%
Two or more races
4.5%
Black or African American
3.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.