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#219 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 10% in state

Carver Middle

Middle School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

3325 W BATTLEFIELD, Springfield, MO 65807

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#219 of 2,221

In Springfield

#5 of 58

public schools

In district

#5 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Carver Middle

8.3/10

Middle School in Springfield · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carver Middle

Carver Middle is a public middle school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Carver Middle serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Carver Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Carver Middle — Students at Carver Middle score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
35.6%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
45.2%
ELA
44.7%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Carver Middle Compares

See how Carver Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in MO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers

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

3325 W BATTLEFIELD, Springfield, MO 65807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carver Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Battlefield), a more accessible option. Another option is WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH (rated 5.3/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield 0.1 mi 3.8
SHERWOOD ELEM. Springfield 0.6 mi 7.0
WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield 1.3 mi
COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield 1.3 mi
JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield 1.7 mi 7.8
NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield 1.5 mi 5.3
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield 2.2 mi 5.8
DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield 2.5 mi 7.6
INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield 2.3 mi
MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield 2.9 mi 7.4
WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield 2.8 mi 7.0
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield 2.3 mi 7.3
EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield 2.6 mi
WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM Springfield 2.8 mi 7.8
WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield 3.1 mi 6.4
WESTPORT ELEM. Springfield 3.1 mi 4.1
HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield 2.6 mi 4.7
SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield 2.5 mi 7.0
WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH Springfield 3.2 mi 5.3
Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Springfield 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,271

Median Home Value

$174,000

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

56,680

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

34

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MID. SCHOOL Columbia, MO 8.3
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty, MO 8.4
GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley, MO 8.4
ROCKWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Wildwood, MO 8.4
SELVIDGE MIDDLE Ballwin, MO 8.4
JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia, MO 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carver Middle

What grades does Carver Middle serve?

Carver Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Carver Middle?

Carver Middle has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Carver Middle is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carver Middle rank in MO?

Carver Middle ranks #219 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Carver Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Carver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carver Middle a charter school?

No, Carver Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carver Middle a Title I school?

No, Carver Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Middle?

63.8% of students at Carver Middle 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#5 of 53

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