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#83 of 863 schools in MS

Top 10% in state

Carver Elementary School

Middle School · SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT

404 Jefferson, Indianola, MS 38751

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#83 of 863

In Indianola

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Carver Elementary School

8.3/10

Middle School in Indianola · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carver Elementary School

Carver Elementary School is a public middle school in Indianola, MS, part of SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Carver Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Carver Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • MS avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.8% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.2% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected-0.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,163
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Carver Elementary School — Students at Carver Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
51.5% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 25 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2014
Math
15%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2025
Math
42.8%
ELA
36.2%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Carver Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in MS
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

404 Jefferson, Indianola, MS 38751

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carver Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LELAND SCHOOL PARK (rated 9.4/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Leland), which scores notably higher. Another option is RULEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Ruleville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROBERT L MERRITT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Indianola, see our Indianola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ROBERT L MERRITT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Indianola 0.3 mi 8.0
GENTRY HIGH SCHOOL Indianola 0.4 mi 5.6
LOCKARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indianola 1.0 mi 8.7
RESTORATION MINISTRIES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianola 1.7 mi 6.8
MOORHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL Moorhead 7.9 mi 4.5
ROSSER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Moorhead 8.6 mi 7.7
EDNA M SCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leland 14.3 mi 6.8
LELAND HIGH SCHOOL Leland 14.4 mi 5.9
LELAND SCHOOL PARK Leland 14.5 mi 9.4
BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boyle 18.5 mi 9.0
O.M. MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Belzoni 19.8 mi 3.3
RULEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Ruleville 20.3 mi 8.7
IDA GREENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belzoni 19.9 mi 2.5
NAILOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cleveland 20.8 mi 5.9
D.M. SMITH ELEMENTARY Cleveland 20.8 mi 7.8
CLEVELAND CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cleveland 20.9 mi 6.2
HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Belzoni 20.1 mi 5.9
THOMAS E. EDWARDS SR. HIGH SCHOOL Ruleville 20.7 mi 7.0
RULEVILLE CENTRAL ELEM SCHOOL Ruleville 20.7 mi 7.1
HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni 20.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,965

Median Home Value

$126,200

Median Rent

$760/mo

Population

10,255

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

55.4%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

36.6

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OVERSTREET ELEMENTARY Starkville, MS 8.5
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HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg, MS 8.7
BAILEY MIDDLE APAC SCHOOL Jackson, MS 7.9
Choctaw Central Middle School Choctaw, MS 7.8
North Pontotoc Middle School Ecru, MS 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carver Elementary School

What grades does Carver Elementary School serve?

Carver Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Carver Elementary School?

Carver Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carver Elementary School rank in MS?

Carver Elementary School ranks #83 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Carver Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carver Elementary School 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Carver Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Carver Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Carver Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Sunflower County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,863
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,163
District Rank
#4 of 11

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