Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 719 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
719 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#100 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
68%
12%

Hispanic
5%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
15%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Elementary School is ranked #100 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valentine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
719 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Carver Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carver Elementary School offer ?
Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of San Marino Unified School District.
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