Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cougar
School Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
6%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School, John Kennedy Elementary School, Irving Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
501 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carver Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Elementary School offer ?
Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of Dubuque Community School District.
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