Carver Magnet Elementary School serves 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Carver Magnet Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carver Magnet Elementary School's student population of 252 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
252 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carver Magnet Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Carver Magnet Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#890 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
n/a

Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
5%
14%

Black
87%
20%

White
6%
60%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Magnet Elementary School is ranked #890 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Carver Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Carver Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booker Arts Magnet Elementary 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 36% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Carver Magnet Elementary School?
252 students attend Carver Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carver Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Magnet Elementary School?
Carver Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carver Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Carver Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carver Magnet Elementary School part of?
Carver Magnet Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
School Calendar
View the Carver Magnet Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 14, 2023 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
Last day for students
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
4 12/26/2017
My school is the best . My story is that I come from Wakefield Elementry and my dad wanted to move me to a magnet we tried Carver and if it wasnt good I would go back to Wakefeild but had nice teacher Ms.Lyneete Hall who was my 4th grade teacher taught me a lot like typing , My 5th grade teacher Mrs .Joy Thomas always teachig me about what should be done so if your tring to find a nice school this is it !
5 9/12/2012
my grandson is starting his 5th year. i love this school, the staff and teachers
really care about the students. we have been very pleased with his school experience. i would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great school!
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