Excellent
#631 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Carver Elementary
Elementary School · Compton Unified
1425 East 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#123 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#466 of 5,817
In district
#2 of 33
Compton Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Carver Elementary
Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Compton Unified. The school serves approximately 312 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 41% proficiency in math, 4 points above the state average and 40% in reading/language arts, 6 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,840, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 24:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Carver Elementary Compares
See how Carver Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 24% (2019) to 43.35% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 39.9% (2024).
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 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ronald E. McNair Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Compton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, One Hundred Sixteenth Street Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Carver Elementary has a median household income of $53,840. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $566,200, with a median rent of $1,317/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.5 |
| D. J. Sedgwick Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.5 |
| Dominguez Elementary Carson, CA | 8.5 |
| Dual Language Immersion North County Vista, CA | 8.5 |
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 is ranked #631 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carver Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Carver Elementary has 40.8% math proficiency and 40.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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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
- Phone
- (310) 898-6150
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Compton Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,738
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,415
- District Rank
- #2 of 33
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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