Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5746 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #5746 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School?
649 students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of George Washington Carver Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Elementary School?
George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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