Serving 473 students in grades 6, G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G W Carver 6th Grade STEM Learning Center's attendance zone covers the entire Lancaster, TX school district, encompassing approximately 37.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center's student population of 473 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7662 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center's ranking?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is ranked #7662 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center?
473 students attend G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center offer ?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center part of?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is part of Lancaster Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center located?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is located in the Westridge neighborhood of Lancaster, TX.
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