Serving 421 students in grades 9-12, George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences serves an extensive attendance zone of approximately 468.2 square miles in Springfield Gardens, NY. Families can expect a typical driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located nearly 29 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences's student population of 421 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Science Education for the 21st Century
School Rankings
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3847 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
61%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences's ranking?
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences is ranked #3847 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences often compared to?
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Excelsior Preparatory High School, Preparatory Academy For Writers A College Board School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences?
The graduation rate of George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences?
421 students attend George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences?
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences offer ?
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences part of?
George Washington Carver High School For The Sciences is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
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