Serving 344 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 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver El Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George Washington Carver El Academy's student population of 344 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Washington Carver El Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver El Academy is 0.71, 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
#2911 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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 #2911 out of 8,079 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver El Academy?
344 students attend George Washington Carver El Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of George Washington Carver El Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 6% 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 13:1, which is lower 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 ISD School District.
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