Carver Middle School

3800 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 970 students in grades 6-8, Carver Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 970 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carver Middle School's student population of 970 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
970 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers

School Rankings

Carver Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1651 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
44%
68%
(20-21)
45%
69%
(20-21)
55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
52%
21%
White
25%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carver Middle School's ranking?
Carver Middle School is ranked #1651 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Carver Middle School often compared to?
Carver Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Davis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Carver Middle School?
970 students attend Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carver Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Middle School?
Carver Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Middle School offer ?
Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carver Middle School part of?
Carver Middle School is part of Chesterfield County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 970 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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