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#1076 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 34% in state
George Washington Carver Elementary School
Elementary School · George Washington Carver Academy
14510 2ND AVE, Highland Park, MI 48203
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,076 of 3,192
In Highland Park
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
George Washington Carver Academy
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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George Washington Carver Elementary School
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About George Washington Carver Elementary School
George Washington Carver Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highland Park, MI, part of George Washington Carver Academy. George Washington Carver Elementary School serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Carver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,076 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Carver Elementary School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George Washington Carver Elementary School 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.
George Washington Carver Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
69% of students at George Washington 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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George Washington Carver Elementary School — Students at George Washington Carver Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How George Washington Carver Elementary School Compares
See how George Washington Carver Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14510 2ND AVE, Highland Park, MI 48203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Carver Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Detroit), with a very similar rating. Another option is Davison ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Detroit), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Greenfield Union ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Detroit), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highland Park, see our Highland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,108
Median Home Value
$76,100
Median Rent
$799/mo
Population
20,472
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Median Age
39.9
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| Bullock Creek Elementary School Midland, MI | 6.9 |
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| GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn, MI | 6.9 |
| John R Kment Elementary School Roseville, MI | 6.9 |
| MUSKEGON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muskegon, MI | 6.9 |
| River Valley Elementary School Three Oaks, MI | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Carver Elementary School
What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary School serve?
George Washington Carver Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School?
George Washington Carver Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elementary School is 13.1:1. 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 School rank in MI?
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks #1,076 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is George Washington Carver Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Carver Elementary School 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Carver Elementary School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is George Washington Carver Elementary School a charter school?
Yes, George Washington Carver Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is George Washington Carver Elementary School a Title I school?
No, George Washington Carver Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Carver Elementary School?
100.0% of students at George Washington 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 210
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.0%
- Phone
- (313) 865-6024
Resources & Links
District
George Washington Carver Academy- District Enrollment
- 375
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,819
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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