Serving 986 students in grades 6-8, George Washington Carver Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
George Washington Carver Middle School's student population of 986 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
67%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
25%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Middle School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Middle School is ranked #41 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Middle School?
986 students attend George Washington Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of George Washington Carver Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Middle School?
George Washington Carver Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Middle School offer ?
George Washington Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Washington Carver Middle School part of?
George Washington Carver Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Carver Middle School located?
George Washington Carver Middle School is located in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Coconut Grove.
School Reviews
4 3/10/2018
School teaching was great but they need to focus on the bullying going on in the school
5 3/3/2009
The best academics in Miami.
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