Needs Improvement
#1322 of 1,356 schools in AL
Carver Senior High School
High School · Montgomery County
2001 W Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL 36108
Enrollment
1,111
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,111
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,322 of 1,356
In Montgomery
#47 of 52
public schools
In district
#46 of 51
Montgomery County
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Carver Senior High School
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About Carver Senior High School
Carver Senior High School is a public high school in Montgomery, AL, part of Montgomery County. Carver Senior High School serves approximately 1,111 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,322 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Senior High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- AL avg 5.1
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Carver Senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Carver Senior High School — Students at Carver Senior High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Carver Senior High School Compares
See how Carver Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2001 W Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL 36108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lanier Senior High School (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McIntyre Comprehensive Academy (rated 3.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,622
Median Home Value
$73,700
Median Rent
$786/mo
Population
15,549
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
35.1%
Median Age
43
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| Eufaula High School Eufaula, AL | 3.0 |
| Hueytown High School Hueytown, AL | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Senior High School
What grades does Carver Senior High School serve?
Carver Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Carver Senior High School?
Carver Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Senior High School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Senior High School rank in AL?
Carver Senior High School ranks #1,322 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Carver Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carver Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Senior High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carver Senior High School a charter school?
No, Carver Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Carver Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Senior High School?
88.9% of students at Carver Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,111
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (334) 269-3636
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County- District Enrollment
- 26,435
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,977
- District Rank
- #46 of 51
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