Best Schools in Carlotta, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Cuddeback Elementary
Elementary · Cuddeback Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$514,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$514,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Carlotta schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Carlotta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cuddeback Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $71,250
- Median home value
- $514,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Carlotta compares
Median household income
$71k
71% of California median
About Schools in Carlotta, California
Carlotta, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Carlotta show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carlotta is Cuddeback Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carlotta is served by 1 school district: Cuddeback Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 159 students.
Carlotta's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,250. The poverty rate in the area is 21.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 159 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 |
Schools in Carlotta
Carlotta, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,250
Median Home Value
$514,800
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
1,415
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Community Profile
Carlotta has a median household income of $71,250. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $514,800, with a median rent of $1,075/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Carlotta, California
How many schools are in Carlotta, California?
Carlotta has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carlotta, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carlotta is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Carlotta, California?
The top-ranked school in Carlotta on MySchoolScout is Cuddeback Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carlotta, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carlotta on MySchoolScout is Cuddeback Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Carlotta, California?
Carlotta is served by 1 school district: Cuddeback Union Elementary.
What is the education level in Carlotta, California?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Carlotta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carlotta, California?
The median household income in Carlotta is approximately $71,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carlotta, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carlotta is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carlotta, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.