Serving 898 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 898 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
898 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
26%
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Carver Elementary School is ranked #1064 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
898 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Carver Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carver Elementary School offer ?
Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale School District.
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