Best Schools in San Carlos, CA
San Carlos, CA has a total of 20 schools including 4 high schools, 4 middle schools and 11 elementary schools. A total of 10,837 students attend San Carlos, CA schools. On average, schools in San Carlos score 72% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 62% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in San Carlos greatly exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in San Carlos, CA
San Carlos, CA has 4 high schools with 5,262 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in San Carlos score N/A% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 55% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in San Carlos N/A.
1. Carlmont High
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Sequoia Union High • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 2322 Students
2. Half Moon Bay High
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Cabrillo Unified • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1024 Students
3. Sequoia High
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Sequoia Union High • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1909 Students
4. Canyon Oaks Youth Center
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San Mateo County Office Of Education • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 7 Students
Best Middle Schools in San Carlos, CA
San Carlos, CA has 4 middle schools with 2,684 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in San Carlos score 70% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 60% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in San Carlos greatly exceed expectations.
1. Ralston Intermediate
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Belmont-redwood Shores Elementary • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 1117 Students
2. Central Middle
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 427 Students
3. Tierra Linda Middle
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 458 Students
Best Elementary Schools in San Carlos, CA
San Carlos, CA has 11 elementary schools with 2,891 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in San Carlos score 73% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 66% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in San Carlos greatly exceed expectations.
1. White Oaks Elementary
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades KG - 3 • 255 Students
2. Arundel Elementary
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades KG - 3 • 368 Students
3. Heather Elementary
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades KG - 3 • 298 Students
4. Brittan Acres Elementary
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades KG - 3 • 336 Students
5. Redwood Shores Elementary
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Belmont-redwood Shores Elementary • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 374 Students
6. Mariposa
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades 4 - 5 • 277 Students
7. San Carlos Charter Learning Center
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San Carlos Charter Learning Center District • Charter • Grades KG - 8 • 356 Students
8. Arroyo
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San Carlos Elementary • Public • Grades 4 - 5 • 277 Students
9. St Charles School
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St Charles School • Private • Grades KG - 8 • 276 Students
10. Kindercourt Academy
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Kindercourt Academy • Private • Grades KG • 45 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in San Carlos, CA
City-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
San Carlos, CA has a total population of 32,231 with 26% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 97%, and 69% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in San Carlos, CA
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood San Carlos, CA.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
24.07 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
3.61 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
20.45 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in San Carlos, CA.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for San Carlos, CA.
ISP Report Card
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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