Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Carver Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver Middle serves the west part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver Middle School's student population of 639 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Carver Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3303 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Middle School's ranking?
Carver Middle School is ranked #3303 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Carver Middle School?
639 students attend Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Carver Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Middle School?
Carver Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carver Middle School offer ?
Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver Middle School part of?
Carver Middle School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver Middle School located?
Carver Middle School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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