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#844 of 1,176 schools in SC
Carver Middle
Middle School · Spartanburg 07
467 South Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#844 of 1,176
In Spartanburg
#16 of 25
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Spartanburg 07
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Carver Middle
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About Carver Middle
Carver Middle is a public middle school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 07. Carver Middle serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #844 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Carver Middle 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 Middle — Students at Carver Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC 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: 5.8/10.
How Carver Middle Compares
See how Carver Middle 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
467 South Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,858
Median Home Value
$159,100
Median Rent
$913/mo
Population
17,270
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
46.4%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.4%
Median Age
31.9
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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 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Middle is 11:1. 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 SC?
Carver Middle ranks #844 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Carver Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
100.0% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (864) 594-4435
Resources & Links
District
Spartanburg 07- District Enrollment
- 7,518
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,371
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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