Carver Middle School serves 122 students in grades 7-8.
Carver Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 35%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carver Middle School's student population of 122 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carver Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Carver Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
71%
47%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Middle School's ranking?
Carver Middle School is ranked #225 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Carver Middle School often compared to?
Carver Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byram Middle School, Bolton-edwards Elem./middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Carver Middle School?
122 students attend Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carver Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Middle School?
Carver Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Middle School offer ?
Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carver Middle School part of?
Carver Middle School is part of Hinds Co School Dist School District.
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