Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School

2100 E Sixth St
Little Rock, AR 72202
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas 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 Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in AR
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings

Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AR)
#887 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
40%
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15-19%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
11%
14%
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Black
84%
19%
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White
5%
59%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.28
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Carver Steam Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gibbs Magnet Elementary School, Williams Magnet Elem. 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 38% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School?
325 students attend Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School?
Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School part of?
Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.

School Reviews

4   12/26/2017
My school is the best . My story is that I come from Wakefield Elementry and my dad wanted to move me to a magnet we tried Carver and if it wasnt good I would go back to Wakefeild but had nice teacher Ms.Lyneete Hall who was my 4th grade teacher taught me a lot like typing , My 5th grade teacher Mrs .Joy Thomas always teachig me about what should be done so if your tring to find a nice school this is it !
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Danielle
5   9/12/2012
my grandson is starting his 5th year. i love this school, the staff and teachers really care about the students. we have been very pleased with his school experience. i would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great school!
- Posted by Parent - papam

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

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