George Washington Carver Elementary School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades Pre–K through 3, enrolled 409 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
The school's overall ranking improved from #987 in 2022 to #932 in 2023 but remains in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency ranged from 10–14% in recent years, significantly lower than the Alabama state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency at 30–34% was also lower than the state average near 47%.
Enrollment declined from 567 students in 2012 to 409 in 2023, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained very high at 90%, highlighting socioeconomic challenges.
The student body was predominantly Black (96%), with very small minority representations; 371 of 409 students qualified for free lunch, indicating sustained high poverty levels.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#932 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
94%
31%
White
n/a
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Macon County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are George Washington Carver Elementary School often compared to?
George Washington Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dc Wolfe School, Notasulga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School?
406 students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of George Washington Carver Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Elementary School?
George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Macon County School District.
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