Serving 575 students in grades 9-12, Carver High School Early College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver High School Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Carver High School Early College's student population of 575 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carver High School Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver High School Early College is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1626 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
1%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver High School Early College's ranking?
Carver High School Early College is ranked #1626 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Carver High School Early College often compared to?
Carver High School Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Maynard Jackson High School, Frederick Douglass High School, North Atlanta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carver High School Early College?
The graduation rate of Carver High School Early College is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Carver High School Early College?
575 students attend Carver High School Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carver High School Early College students are Black, 3% 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 Carver High School Early College?
Carver High School Early College has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver High School Early College offer ?
Carver High School Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carver High School Early College part of?
Carver High School Early College is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver High School Early College located?
Carver High School Early College is located in the South Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Atlanta.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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