Serving 426 students in grades 6, G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center's student population of 426 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is 0.44, 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
#7047 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
72%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center's ranking?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is ranked #7047 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center?
426 students attend G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center offer ?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center part of?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is part of Lancaster Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center located?
G W Carver 6th Grade Stem Learning Center is located in the Westridge neighborhood of Lancaster, TX.
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