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George Washington Carver Elementary

Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified

1401 West Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana, CA 92703

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

22.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,588 of 9,539

In Santa Ana

#21 of 73

public schools

In district

#11 of 51

Santa Ana Unified

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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George Washington Carver Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in Santa Ana · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About George Washington Carver Elementary

George Washington Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. George Washington Carver Elementary serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,588 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for George Washington Carver Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

George Washington Carver Elementary runs 22.1:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,309
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

George Washington Carver Elementary — Students at George Washington Carver Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
15.5%
ELA
29.3%
2024
Math
22.8%
ELA
28.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How George Washington Carver Elementary Compares

See how George Washington Carver Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in CA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1401 West Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana, CA 92703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Washington Carver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heroes Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Fremont Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wilson Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Heroes Elementary Santa Ana 0.4 mi 6.8
Middle College High Santa Ana 0.7 mi 8.5
Wilson Elementary Santa Ana 0.6 mi 6.2
Fremont Elementary Santa Ana 0.6 mi 6.7
LOVE 2 LEARN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana 0.8 mi
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Santa Ana 0.9 mi 3.8
Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana 0.9 mi 4.7
Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana 0.9 mi 7.0
Lowell Elementary Santa Ana 0.9 mi 4.1
Scholarship Prep - Orange County Santa Ana 0.9 mi 3.5
Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana 0.8 mi 6.3
Santa Ana High Santa Ana 0.8 mi 6.0
Monte Vista Elementary Santa Ana 1.0 mi 5.2
STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana 0.9 mi
Lorin Griset Academy Santa Ana 1.0 mi 5.0
STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana 0.9 mi
Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana 0.9 mi 4.1
Vista Condor Global Academy Santa Ana 0.9 mi 4.4
Vista Heritage Global Academy Santa Ana 0.9 mi 4.6
Willard Intermediate Santa Ana 1.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,817

Median Home Value

$585,900

Median Rent

$1,922/mo

Population

62,223

College Educated

13.4%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Washington Carver Elementary

What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary serve?

George Washington Carver Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary?

George Washington Carver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elementary is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Washington Carver Elementary rank in CA?

George Washington Carver Elementary ranks #4,588 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is George Washington Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

George Washington Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 George Washington Carver Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Carver Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is George Washington Carver Elementary a charter school?

No, George Washington Carver Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George Washington Carver Elementary a Title I school?

No, George Washington Carver Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Carver Elementary?

81.2% of students at George Washington 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

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

Santa Ana Unified
District Enrollment
38,031
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,309
District Rank
#11 of 51

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