Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia 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 Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George W. Carver Elementary serves the northeast part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive to the school, averaging about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George W. Carver Elementary School's student population of 404 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
George W. Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W. Carver Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1772 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
89%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
1%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Carver Elementary School is ranked #1772 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George W. Carver Elementary School?
404 students attend George W. Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of George W. Carver Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W. Carver Elementary School?
George W. Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W. Carver Elementary School offer ?
George W. Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George W. Carver Elementary School part of?
George W. Carver Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is George W. Carver Elementary School located?
George W. Carver Elementary School is located in the Carver neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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