For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 284 students in Carlton, OR.
The top-ranked public school in Carlton, OR is Yamhill Carlton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlton, OR public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Carlton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Carlton, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yamhill Carlton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
420 S Third St
Carlton, OR 97111
(503) 852-7161
Carlton, OR 97111
(503) 852-7161
Gr: K-3 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Carlton, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Carlton, OR include Yamhill Carlton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Carlton?
1 public schools are located in Carlton.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlton?
Carlton public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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