Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington Carver Elementary serves the northern part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families in this area can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with most living about 2.2 miles from the edge of the zone, which extends up to 2.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6733 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #6733 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School?
429 students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of George Washington Carver Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Elementary School?
George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Carver Elementary School located?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is located in the Artesia Pilar neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Artesia Pilar.
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