Serving 658 students in grades 4-5, Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School serves the southeast part of Richmond Hill, GA, covering an area of approximately 76.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan County Elementary School, Richmond Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School?
658 students attend Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Bryan County School District.
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