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#1336 of 1,992 schools in MN
Carver Elementary
Elementary School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
2680 UPPER AFTON RD, Maplewood, MN 55119
Enrollment
886
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
886
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,336 of 1,992
In Maplewood
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 15
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Carver Elementary
Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Maplewood, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. Carver Elementary serves approximately 886 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,336 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Carver Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at 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
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Carver Elementary — Students at Carver Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 3.9/10.
How Carver Elementary Compares
See how Carver Elementary 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
2680 UPPER AFTON RD, Maplewood, MN 55119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E-STEM Middle School Woodbury | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Aris Woodbury | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PAIDEA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakdale | 1.5 mi | — |
| ABI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | — |
| APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale | 1.2 mi | — |
| HIGHWOOD HILLS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| TARTAN SENIOR HIGH Oakdale | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BATTLE CREEK MIDDLE Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Early Ed Battle Creek Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | — |
| TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Falcon View Connections High School Wabasha | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Maplewood | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-K Maplewood | 2.3 mi | — |
| WOODBURY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodbury | 1.9 mi | — |
| ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,870
Median Home Value
$262,700
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
44,068
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Lake Elementary School Rosemount, MN | 5.6 |
| GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN | 5.6 |
| KENNEDY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Saint Joseph, MN | 5.6 |
| MATOSKA INTERNATIONAL White Bear Lake, MN | 5.6 |
| PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY Rosemount, MN | 5.6 |
| S.G. Reinertsen Elementary Moorhead, MN | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Elementary
What grades does Carver Elementary serve?
Carver Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carver Elementary?
Carver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 886 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Elementary rank in MN?
Carver Elementary ranks #1,336 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carver Elementary a charter school?
No, Carver Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carver Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Elementary?
67.6% of students at 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 886
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (651) 702-8200
Resources & Links
District
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale- District Enrollment
- 10,633
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,478
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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