Carlton Elementary

www.unionsd.org

672 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.

672

Total Students

23.5

Full-Time Teachers

28.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

5.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carlton Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	228
Hispanic	73
Black	8
Asian	290
Two or More	72
American Indian	1

Asian
290 (43.2 %)
White
228 (33.9 %)
Hispanic
73 (10.9 %)
Two or More
72 (10.7 %)
Black
8 (1.2 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

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://www.unionsd.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	672
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	28.6
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 113

Grade 1 104

Grade 2 113

Grade 3 102

Grade 4 114

Grade 5 126