Serving 605 students in grades 1-6, Carver Center ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire Midland, TX school district, covering approximately 768.8 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 15.6 miles, with the furthest point being 29.8 miles away, typically resulting in a 20-30 minute drive for families in the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carver Center's student population of 605 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carver Center ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Center's ranking?
Carver Center is ranked #2 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carver Center often compared to?
Carver Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Midland Academy Charter School, Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carver Center?
605 students attend Carver Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carver Center students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Center?
Carver Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Center offer ?
Carver Center offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Carver Center part of?
Carver Center is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver Center located?
Carver Center is located in the Moody neighborhood of Midland, TX.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very good school. The teachers are awesome.
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