Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 297 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building leaders who learn, and students who are learning to lead!
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2575 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
38%
Black
85%
21%
White
5%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #2575 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are George Washington Carver Elementary School often compared to?
George Washington Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School?
297 students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of George Washington Carver Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Elementary School?
George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Carver Elementary School located?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 16 other public schools located in Northside.
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