Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carver Primary 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver Primary School serves the southern part of Riverdale, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1.1 miles to the school's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver Primary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carver Primary 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 Primary School is 0.02, 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
#3516 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
99%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Primary School's ranking?
Carver Primary School is ranked #3516 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carver Primary School?
467 students attend Carver Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Carver Primary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Primary School?
Carver Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carver Primary School offer ?
Carver Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Carver Primary School part of?
Carver Primary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Carver Primary School located?
Carver Primary School is located in the Altgeld Gardens neighborhood of Riverdale, IL.
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