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#7091 of 9,539 schools in CA
Carver Elementary
Elementary School · Compton Unified
1425 East 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,091 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#480 of 563
public schools
In district
#31 of 33
Compton Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Carver Elementary
Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Compton Unified. Carver Elementary serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,091 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Carver Elementary runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
35% of students at Carver Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at Carver Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Carver Elementary Compares
See how Carver Elementary 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
1425 East 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ronald E. McNair Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, One Hundred Sixteenth Street Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,840
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
38,015
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
30.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Elementary
What grades does Carver Elementary serve?
Carver Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Carver Elementary?
Carver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Elementary rank in CA?
Carver Elementary ranks #7,091 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carver Elementary a charter school?
No, Carver Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carver Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Elementary?
96.5% of students at Carver Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (310) 898-6150
Resources & Links
District
Compton Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,738
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,415
- District Rank
- #31 of 33
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