Serving 447 students in grades 6-8, George Washington Carver Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George Washington Carver Academy's student population of 447 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1188 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
13%
Black
47%
7%
White
13%
71%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Academy's ranking?
George Washington Carver Academy is ranked #1188 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are George Washington Carver Academy often compared to?
George Washington Carver Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Academy?
447 students attend George Washington Carver Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of George Washington Carver Academy students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Academy?
George Washington Carver Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Academy offer ?
George Washington Carver Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington Carver Academy part of?
George Washington Carver Academy is part of Waterloo Comm School District.
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