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#1715 of 1,815 schools in CO
Carver Elementary School
Elementary School · Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
4740 ARTISTIC CIRCLE, Colorado Springs, CO 80917
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,715 of 1,815
In Colorado Springs
#173 of 180
public schools
In district
#55 of 57
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Carver Elementary School
Carver Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E. Carver Elementary School serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,715 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Carver Elementary School 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 School — Students at Carver Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.4/10.
How Carver Elementary School Compares
See how Carver Elementary School 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
4740 ARTISTIC CIRCLE, Colorado Springs, CO 80917
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rudy Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALLIES (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scott Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Doherty High School Colorado Springs | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Sabin Middle School Colorado Springs | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Penrose Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colorado Springs | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Rudy Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Russell Middle School Colorado Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Keller Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Grant Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Madison Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomas MacLaren State Charter School Colorado Springs | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Power Technical Colorado Springs | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Fremont Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Odyssey Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ALLIES Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Springs Studio for Academic Excellence Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Pikes Peak Early College Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Scott Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Nikola Tesla Education Opportunity Center Colorado Springs | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Martinez Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SPRINGS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Colorado Springs | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,805
Median Home Value
$353,100
Median Rent
$1,435/mo
Population
30,988
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beach Court Elementary School Denver, CO | 3.5 |
| Heritage Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 3.6 |
| Avon Elementary School Avon, CO | 3.7 |
| Giberson Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 3.3 |
| Ross Montessori School Carbondale, CO | 3.3 |
| Atlas Preparatory Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Elementary School
What grades does Carver Elementary School serve?
Carver Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Elementary School rank in CO?
Carver Elementary School ranks #1,715 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Carver Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Carver Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carver Elementary School a charter school?
No, Carver Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Carver Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Elementary School?
85.1% of students at Carver Elementary School 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
- 208
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (719) 328-7100
Resources & Links
District
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E- District Enrollment
- 22,740
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,835
- District Rank
- #55 of 57
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