Excellent
#809 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary
Elementary School · Etiwanda Elementary
6989 Kenyon Way, Alta Loma, CA 91701
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#809 of 9,539
In Alta Loma
#1 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 17
Etiwanda Elementary
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary
Elementary School in Alta Loma · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary is a public elementary school in Alta Loma, CA, part of Etiwanda Elementary. Carleton P.
Lightfoot Elementary serves approximately 863 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #809 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary runs 24.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary — Students at Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary Compares
See how Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6989 Kenyon Way, Alta Loma, CA 91701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John L. Golden Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Etiwanda), with a very similar rating. Another option is Terra Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cucamonga), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Caryn Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Alta Loma, see our Alta Loma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Cucamonga High Rancho Cucamonga | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Terra Vista Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Caryn Elementary Alta Loma | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Victoria Groves Elementary Alta Loma | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Los Osos High Rancho Cucamonga | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Windrows Elementary Etiwanda | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Coyote Canyon Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Ruth Musser Middle Rancho Cucamonga | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| John L. Golden Elementary Etiwanda | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ED INC- DBA MONTESSORI ACAD Rancho Cucamonga | 1.4 mi | — |
| Etiwanda Intermediate Etiwanda | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Grapeland Elementary Etiwanda | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rancho Cucamonga | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Day Creek Intermediate Etiwanda | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Dona Merced Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary Alta Loma | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| United Christian Academy Rancho Cucamonga | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,576
Median Home Value
$718,800
Median Rent
$2,232/mo
Population
38,597
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary
What grades does Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary serve?
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary?
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 863 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary rank in CA?
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary ranks #809 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary a charter school?
No, Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary?
31.3% of students at Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 863
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (909) 989-6120
Resources & Links
District
Etiwanda Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,599
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,513
- District Rank
- #2 of 17
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