Serving 250 students in grades 4-6, Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Big journeys begin with small steps.
School Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
95%
45%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Elementary School is ranked #560 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruleville Central Elementary School, A.w. James Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
250 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carver Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Elementary School offer ?
Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of Sunflower County Consolidated School District.
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