Carver Primary School

Carver Primary School is a regular public elementary school located in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, Carver Primary has an enrollment of 473 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s setting is within a bustling urban environment that offers both challenges and opportunities for growth.

Carver Primary School focuses on the development of its young learners, with an emphasis on fostering a supportive community despite current academic performance indicators that suggest room for improvement. According to MySchoolScout's rating system, Carver Primary ranks at 2.9 out of 10, placing it in the 4th percentile among Illinois schools. In terms of standardized test scores, only 5% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 6% in Math.

While these statistics highlight areas where additional support is needed, Carver Primary School continues to prioritize student development through its dedicated faculty and community partnerships. Located in a vibrant city setting, the school benefits from diverse cultural resources and neighborhood engagement that can enhance learning experiences beyond the classroom.

While current test scores at Carver Primary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.