Serving 658 students in grades 4-5, Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 658 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
16%
36%
White
58%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan County Elementary School, Richmond Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School?
658 students attend Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Bryan County School District.
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