Serving 511 students in grades 3-5, George W Carver Int 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 41% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W Carver Int ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George W Carver Int's student population of 511 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George W Carver Int ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W Carver Int is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1414 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
53%
22%
White
15%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
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 Int's ranking?
George W Carver Int is ranked #1414 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George W Carver Int often compared to?
George W Carver Intis often viewed alongside schools like Portlock Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George W Carver Int?
511 students attend George W Carver Int.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of George W Carver Int students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George W Carver Int?
George W Carver Int has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W Carver Int offer ?
George W Carver Int offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George W Carver Int part of?
George W Carver Int is part of Chesapeake City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is George W Carver Int located?
George W Carver Int is located in the South Norfolk neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in South Norfolk.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
That was the best school I ever went to.
4 7/19/2017
Ms.Mallet is the best teacher at that school I was her student last year in 2016,my name is Trevon Marshall
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