Serving 514 students in grades 9-12, Carver High School Early College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Early College High School at Carver serves the southern part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of the school, typically 5-10 minutes away, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver High School Early College's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carver High School Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver High School Early College is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1665 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver High School Early College's ranking?
Carver High School Early College is ranked #1665 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Carver High School Early College often compared to?
Carver High School Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School, Maynard Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carver High School Early College?
The graduation rate of Carver High School Early College is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Carver High School Early College?
514 students attend Carver High School Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carver High School Early College students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver High School Early College?
Carver High School Early College has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver High School Early College offer ?
Carver High School Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver High School Early College part of?
Carver High School Early College is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver High School Early College located?
Carver High School Early College is located in the South Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Atlanta.
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