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Carver Elementary

705 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, United States
+1 (515) 242-8418
2.9
Overall Rating

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Carver Elementary Overview

About This School

Carver Elementary is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 436 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 29% proficiency in ELA and 29% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 60% Hispanic, 22% Black, 7% White, 6% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian students.

436
Total Students
PK-5
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts29%
Mathematics29%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
436:1

Carver Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

29%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
29%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
436
Students per Counselor

Carver Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
30

Average Teacher Salary

$72,552
City Avg: $71,966
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Students per Counselor436:1

Carver Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

50.92%
Male
49.08%
Female
Total Enrollment: 436 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White7.11%
Hispanic59.63%
Asian4.36%
Black22.02%
Two or More Races5.96%
Native American0.92%

Carver Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Carver Elementary

Q: What is Carver Elementary?

A: Carver Elementary is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend Carver Elementary?

A: Carver Elementary has approximately 436 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Carver Elementary

Carver Elementary is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 436 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 29% proficiency in ELA and 29% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 60% Hispanic, 22% Black, 7% White, 6% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Carver Elementary - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about Carver Elementary
School NameCarver Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location705 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8418
Total Students436
Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Full-Time Teachers30
Rating2.9/10
ELA Proficiency29%
Math Proficiency29%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Carver Elementary

What is Carver Elementary?

Carver Elementary is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Carver Elementary?

Carver Elementary has approximately 436 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 14:1.

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