Serving 499 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 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver Elementary School serves the west part of Dubuque, IA, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.8 miles away.
- 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 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
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 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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, Irving Elementary School, John Kennedy 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?
499 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carver Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% 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 Comm School District.
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