Average
#1440 of 2,221 schools in MO
George Washington Carver Elem
Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY
3325 Bell, St. Louis, MO 63106
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,440 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#86 of 193
public schools
In district
#20 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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George Washington Carver Elem
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About George Washington Carver Elem
George Washington Carver Elem is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
George Washington Carver Elem serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Carver Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,440 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for George Washington Carver Elem show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, George Washington Carver Elem is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at George Washington Carver Elem 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.
Score Breakdown
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George Washington Carver Elem — Students at George Washington Carver Elem score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from MO 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: 6.5/10.
How George Washington Carver Elem Compares
See how George Washington Carver Elem 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
3325 Bell, St. Louis, MO 63106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Carver Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is COLE ELEM. (rated 4.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GATEWAY ELEM. (rated 4.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACAD MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| NORTH SIDE COMMUNITY-GRAND CTR St. Louis | 0.3 mi | — |
| VASHON HIGH St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR St. Louis | 0.5 mi | — |
| CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LOYOLA ACADEMY OF ST LOUIS St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MAP ST. LOUIS St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | — |
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| METRO HIGH St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,475
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
7,742
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
11.9%
Poverty Rate
41%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| BUNKER ELEM. Bunker, MO | 5.7 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hannibal, MO | 5.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN Washington, MO | 5.7 |
| ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Carver Elem
What grades does George Washington Carver Elem serve?
George Washington Carver Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elem?
George Washington Carver Elem has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elem is 12.4:1. 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 Elem rank in MO?
George Washington Carver Elem ranks #1,440 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is George Washington Carver Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Carver Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Carver Elem has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is George Washington Carver Elem a charter school?
No, George Washington Carver Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Carver Elem a Title I school?
No, George Washington Carver Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Carver Elem?
100.0% of students at George Washington Carver Elem 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
- 112
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (314) 932-1464
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #20 of 63
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