George Washington Carver Military Academy is a public four-year military high school located in the Riverdale area on the far south side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1947, The school is operated by the Chicago Public Schools.
Serving 420 students in grades 9-12, Carver Military Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver Military Academy HS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Riverdale, IL, covering an area of approximately 233.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 17.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 30.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Military Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carver Military Academy High School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1947
School Motto
Excellence is Expected
School Rankings
Carver Military Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Military Academy High School is 0.53, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Military Academy High School's ranking?
Carver Military Academy High School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carver Military Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Carver Military Academy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Carver Military Academy High School?
420 students attend Carver Military Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Carver Military Academy High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Military Academy High School?
Carver Military Academy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carver Military Academy High School offer ?
Carver Military Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carver Military Academy High School part of?
Carver Military Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
JROTC Spring Break Field Trips
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
JROTC Spring Break Field Trips
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
JROTC Spring Break Field Trips
April 01, 2028 (Saturday)
JROTC Spring Break Field Trips
April 01, 2028 (Saturday)
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