Serving 782 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 782 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Eastern Carver County Public 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 #266 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
782 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Carver Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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