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#3713 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
George Washington Carver Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
4410 McKinley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,713 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#286 of 563
public schools
In district
#386 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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George Washington Carver Middle
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About George Washington Carver Middle
George Washington Carver Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. George Washington Carver Middle serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Carver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,713 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Carver Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George Washington Carver Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at George Washington Carver Middle 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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George Washington Carver Middle — Students at George Washington Carver Middle score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How George Washington Carver Middle Compares
See how George Washington Carver Middle 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
4410 McKinley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Carver Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quincy Jones Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Center for Advanced Learning (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
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| Alta Loma Junior High Alta Loma, CA | 6.9 |
| California Middle Sacramento, CA | 6.9 |
| Castaic Middle Castaic, CA | 6.9 |
| Crown Preparatory Academy Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
| Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
| Fruitvale Junior High Bakersfield, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Carver Middle
What grades does George Washington Carver Middle serve?
George Washington Carver Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend George Washington Carver Middle?
George Washington Carver Middle has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Middle is 19.5:1. 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 Middle rank in CA?
George Washington Carver Middle ranks #3,713 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is George Washington Carver Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Carver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Carver Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is George Washington Carver Middle a charter school?
No, George Washington Carver Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Carver Middle a Title I school?
No, George Washington Carver Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Carver Middle?
97.4% of students at George Washington Carver Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 703
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (323) 846-2900
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #386 of 769
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