Serving 321 students in grades 2-5, George Washington Carver El Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver El Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Amarillo, TX, covering approximately 74.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Carver El Academy's student population of 321 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
George Washington Carver El Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver El Academy is 0.70, 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
#2978 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
33%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver El Academy's ranking?
George Washington Carver El Academy is ranked #2978 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver El Academy?
321 students attend George Washington Carver El Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of George Washington Carver El Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver El Academy?
George Washington Carver El Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver El Academy offer ?
George Washington Carver El Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is George Washington Carver El Academy part of?
George Washington Carver El Academy is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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