Carver Elementary School serves 312 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Attendance Zone: Carver Elementary School serves the northeast part of Tupelo, MS, covering an area of approximately 34.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carver Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
55%
45%
White
29%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joyner Elementary School, Thomas Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
312 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Carver Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Elementary School offer ?
Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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