For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,132 students in San Carlos, CA. The top ranked public elementary schools in San Carlos, CA are White Oaks Elementary School, Brittan Acres Elementary School and Mariposa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Carlos, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in San Carlos have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in San Carlos, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Oaks Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1901 White Oak Way
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7317
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7317
Grades: K-3
| 244 students
Rank: #22.
Brittan Acres Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2000 Belle Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7307
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7307
Grades: K-3
| 372 students
Rank: #33.
Mariposa
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 Dartmouth Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 832-4201
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 832-4201
Grades: 4-5
| 286 students
Rank: #44.
Arundel Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Arundel Rd.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7311
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7311
Grades: K-3
| 376 students
Rank: #55.
Heather Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2757 Melendy Dr.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7303
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7303
Grades: K-3
| 308 students
Rank: #66.
San Carlos Charter Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 Dartmouth Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7343
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7343
Grades: K-8
| 367 students
Rank: #77.
Arroyo
(Math: 76% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1710 Arroyo Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 632-8300
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 632-8300
Grades: 4-5
| 287 students
Rank: #88.
Central Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
757 Cedar St.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7321
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7321
Grades: 6-8
| 434 students
Rank: #99.
Tierra Linda Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
750 Dartmouth Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7370
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7370
Grades: 6-8
| 458 students
San Carlos, California 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Aspire 51爆料s 1564 Lau
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 329-2811
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 329-2811
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1599 Industrial Rd.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(209) 591-5400
San Carlos, CA 94070
(209) 591-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 135 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in San Carlos, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in San Carlos, CA include White Oaks Elementary School, Brittan Acres Elementary School and Mariposa. San Carlos has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sanrlos?
9 public elementary schools are located in Sanrlos.
What is the racial composition of students in Sanrlos?
Sanrlos public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Sanrlos are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Sanrlos include: Tierra Linda Middle School vs. Central Middle School, Central Middle School vs. Tierra Linda Middle School, White Oaks Elementary School vs. Brittan Acres Elementary School
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