Very Good
#2930 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Carver Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
5335 East Pavo St., Long Beach, CA 90808
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
28.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
28.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,930 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#23 of 77
public schools
In district
#27 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Carver Elementary
Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Carver Elementary serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,930 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Carver Elementary runs 28.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Carver Elementary — Students at Carver Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
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
5335 East Pavo St., Long Beach, CA 90808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Parkside Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prisk Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Henry (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CORNELIUS ELEMENTARY Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Cornelius School Long Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| Burcham Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Marshall Academy of the Arts Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| BETHANY BAPTIST ELEMENTARY Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Stanford Middle Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Bethany Baptist Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Long Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Prisk Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| MARINA MONTESSORI Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| Millikan High Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Henry Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Reid High Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Emerson Parkside Academy Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Gant Elementary Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Montessori Children's House Long Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Long Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| Cubberley K-8 Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,959
Median Home Value
$900,100
Median Rent
$2,271/mo
Population
39,351
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
83.1%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
43.9
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| BRIDGES Charter Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.3 |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
| Bayshore Daly City, CA | 7.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Oak Park, CA | 7.3 |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Elementary
What grades does Carver Elementary serve?
Carver Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carver Elementary?
Carver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 28.9:1. 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 #2,930 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% 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?
23.8% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (562) 420-2697
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #27 of 82
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