Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 171 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.57, 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
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
63%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
171 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Carver Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
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 Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver Elementary School located?
Carver Elementary School is located in the Oak Park neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oak Park.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
HOLIDAY: Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day Before Winter Break
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day Before Spring Break
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
HOLIDAY: Spring Break
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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