Serving 544 students in grades 9-12, George Washington Carver High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
George Washington Carver High School's student population of 544 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
George Washington Carver High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1240 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
78%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver High School's ranking?
George Washington Carver High School is ranked #1240 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are George Washington Carver High School often compared to?
George Washington Carver High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington Carver High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington Carver High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend George Washington Carver High School?
544 students attend George Washington Carver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of George Washington Carver High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Carver High School?
George Washington Carver High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver High School offer ?
George Washington Carver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Carver High School part of?
George Washington Carver High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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