Best Schools in Carlton, Oregon
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Yamhill Carlton Elementary School
Elementary · Yamhill Carlton Sd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$472,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$472,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carlton
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 | Yamhill Carlton Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $95,121
- Median home value
- $472,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Carlton compares
Median household income
$95k
124% of Oregon median
About Schools in Carlton, Oregon
Carlton, Oregon is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Carlton perform strongly 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 Carlton is Yamhill Carlton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carlton is served by 1 school district: Yamhill Carlton SD 1. These districts collectively serve 1,094 students.
Carlton's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,121. The poverty rate in the area is 5.4%.
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 | 284 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.8 |
Schools in Carlton
Carlton, Oregon · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,121
Median Home Value
$472,900
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
4,285
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Community Profile
Carlton has a median household income of $95,121. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $472,900, with a median rent of $1,744/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Oregon
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Carlton, Oregon
How many schools are in Carlton, Oregon?
Carlton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carlton, Oregon?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carlton is 7.8 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 Carlton, Oregon?
The top-ranked school in Carlton on MySchoolScout is Yamhill Carlton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carlton, Oregon?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carlton on MySchoolScout is Yamhill Carlton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Carlton, Oregon?
Carlton is served by 1 school district: Yamhill Carlton Sd 1.
What is the education level in Carlton, Oregon?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Carlton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carlton, Oregon?
The median household income in Carlton is approximately $95,121 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carlton, Oregon?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carlton is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carlton, Oregon?
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, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.