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George Washington Carver Elementary

Elementary School · DUVAL

2854 W 45TH ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,446 of 3,778

In Jacksonville

#90 of 184

public schools

In district

#98 of 194

DUVAL

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5.5/10

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About George Washington Carver Elementary

George Washington Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. George Washington Carver Elementary serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,446 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for George Washington Carver Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

George Washington Carver Elementary runs 20.1:1 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.

71% of students at George Washington Carver Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.5 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,578
Chronic Absenteeism71.2%

George Washington Carver Elementary — Students at George Washington Carver Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
41.4%
ELA
18.7%
2024
Math
46.3%
ELA
32.7%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How George Washington Carver Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in FL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
71.2%

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

2854 W 45TH ST, Jacksonville, FL 32209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Washington Carver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUFUS E. PAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SALLYE B. MATHIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
EPHESUS SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Jacksonville 0.6 mi 4.1
TIGER ACADEMY Jacksonville 0.6 mi 5.3
WILLIAM M. RAINES HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville 0.9 mi 4.8
DUVAL VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION ACADEMY Jacksonville 0.9 mi 4.8
NORTHWESTERN LEGENDS ELEMENTARY Jacksonville 1.0 mi 2.2
GRAND PARK CAREER CENTER Jacksonville 1.1 mi 4.2
RUFUS E. PAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.3 mi 7.1
SALLYE B. MATHIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.6 mi 6.1
JEAN RIBAULT HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.6 mi 5.0
BILTMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.7 mi 3.9
R. V. DANIELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.6 mi 3.3
KIPP JACKSONVILLE K-12 Jacksonville 1.8 mi 3.7
PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES Jacksonville 1.8 mi 7.7
SUSIE E. TOLBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.8 mi 2.2
TEMPLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.8 mi 5.7
JAMES WELDON JOHNSON COLLEGE PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville 2.0 mi 7.6
S. A. HULL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 2.0 mi 4.1
PALM AVENUE EXCEP. STUDENT CENTER Jacksonville 2.1 mi 7.1
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 2.2 mi 4.1
GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville 2.1 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$29,468

Median Home Value

$92,300

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Population

35,490

College Educated

11.9%

Homeownership

47.7%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

37.1%

Median Age

37.3

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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 Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary?

George Washington Carver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elementary is 20.1:1. 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 FL?

George Washington Carver Elementary ranks #2,446 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is George Washington Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

George Washington Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 40% 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?

85.4% 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Duval County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
71.2%

District

DUVAL
District Enrollment
127,971
Schools in District
208
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,578
District Rank
#98 of 194

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