Serving 897 students in grades 7-12, Carver High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carver High School's student population of 897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carver High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
58%
14%
White
9%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver High School's ranking?
Carver High School is ranked #275 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carver High School often compared to?
Carver High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy At Palumbo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carver High School?
The graduation rate of Carver High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carver High School?
897 students attend Carver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Carver High School students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver High School?
Carver High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carver High School offer ?
Carver High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Carver High School part of?
Carver High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Carver High School located?
Carver High School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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