Below Average
#3102 of 3,778 schools in FL
Carver Middle School
Middle School · LAKE
1200 N. BEECHER ST, Leesburg, FL 34748
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,102 of 3,778
In Leesburg
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#41 of 50
LAKE
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About Carver Middle School
Carver Middle School is a public middle school in Leesburg, FL, part of LAKE. Carver Middle School serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,102 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
70% of students at Carver Middle 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 Middle School — Students at Carver Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 5.4/10.
How Carver Middle School Compares
See how Carver Middle 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
1200 N. BEECHER ST, Leesburg, FL 34748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Wildwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, INC. (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fruitland Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEVERLY SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BETTER LIFE ACADEMY Leesburg | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| FIRST ACADEMY-LEESBURG Leesburg | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Leesburg | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LEESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Leesburg | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| LAKE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, INC. Leesburg | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| RIMES EARLY LEARNING & LITERACY CENTER Leesburg | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| OAK PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| LEESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| FRUITLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fruitland Park | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Fruitland Park | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lady Lake | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lady Lake | 6.5 mi | — |
| CREATE CONSERVATORY Leesburg | 6.5 mi | — |
| MILESTONES COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF LAKE COUNTY Leesburg | 6.7 mi | — |
| THE VILLAGES ELEMENTARY OF LADY LAKE SCHOOL Lady Lake | 7.5 mi | 6.6 |
| TREADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leesburg | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| WILDWOOD MIDDLE/ HIGH SCHOOL Wildwood | 8.6 mi | 6.2 |
| WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wildwood | 8.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tavares | 9.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,768
Median Home Value
$226,200
Median Rent
$1,181/mo
Population
45,960
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
60.4
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| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.6 |
| HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 4.6 |
| INVERNESS MIDDLE SCHOOL Inverness, FL | 4.6 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Milton, FL | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Middle School
What grades does Carver Middle School serve?
Carver Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carver Middle School?
Carver Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Middle School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Middle School rank in FL?
Carver Middle School ranks #3,102 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Carver Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carver Middle School a charter school?
No, Carver Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Middle School a Title I school?
No, Carver Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Middle School?
52.3% of students at Carver Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.5%
- Phone
- (352) 787-7868
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #41 of 50
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