George Washington Carver Academy is a public PreKindergarten-8 charter school in Highland Park, Michigan in Metro Detroit. It is located in a former Farmer Jack supermarket. It is named after George Washington Carver.
Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 210 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 11, 2026
George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2909 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #2909 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School?
210 students attend George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of George Washington Carver Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Elementary School?
George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of George Washington Carver Academy School District.
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