Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology ranked #13 in Alabama in 2023, showing improvement from #29 in 2021, and remains among the top 20% of public schools statewide.
Math proficiency was 75% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, with a notable decline from 90% in 2019 to 75% in 2023.
Reading proficiency was 85%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged from 75% to 79%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 491 students in 2021 to 438 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 43% to 52%, indicating increased socioeconomic need.
Minority enrollment accounted for 52% of the 427 students in grades 3–6 during the most recent reporting.
The school served grades 3 through 6 with 427 students and a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, up from 18:1 in previous years.
It is Title I eligible and participates in the National School Lunch Program.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, with 90% in 2023 compared to the Alabama state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology's student population of 429 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Everyone Everyday
School Rankings
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology is 0.65, which is more 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
#13 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
37%
31%
White
45%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology's ranking?
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology is ranked #13 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology often compared to?
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Beverlye Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology?
429 students attend Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology?
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology offer ?
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology part of?
Carver School Of Mathematics Science And Technology is part of Dothan City School District.
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