George Washington Carver High School in Birmingham, AL ranks in the bottom 50% statewide with an overall rank of #1246 in 2023, reflecting a decline from #399 in 2011.
Math proficiency remained at 5% in 2023, significantly lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 6–9%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 10–14%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 760 students in 2019 to 531 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch grew from 62% in 2018 to 82% in 2023, indicating rising socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 9–12 with 544 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 in 2023, lower than many comparable schools, supporting more focused student attention.
Graduation rates improved steadily from 57% in 2013 to between 90–94% in 2023, exceeding the Alabama state average of 88% and the Birmingham City district average of 79%.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington Carver High School serves the southwest part of Birmingham, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 0 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Carver High School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
George Washington Carver High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver High School is 0.41, 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
#1246 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
25%
12%
Black
73%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver High School's ranking?
George Washington Carver High School is ranked #1246 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are George Washington Carver High School often compared to?
George Washington Carver High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington Carver High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington Carver High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend George Washington Carver High School?
570 students attend George Washington Carver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of George Washington Carver High School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver High School?
George Washington Carver High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver High School offer ?
George Washington Carver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Carver High School part of?
George Washington Carver High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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