Serving 614 students in grades 6-8, Carver Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carver Middle School's student population of 614 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carver Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2423 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
45%
25%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Middle School's ranking?
Carver Middle School is ranked #2423 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Carver Middle School?
614 students attend Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Carver Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Middle School?
Carver Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carver Middle School offer ?
Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carver Middle School part of?
Carver Middle School is part of Scotland County Schools School District.
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