Serving 723 students in grades 6-8, G W Carver Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
G W Carver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
G W Carver Middle School's student population of 723 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
723 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
G W Carver Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G W Carver Middle School is 0.56, which is less 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
#7798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
55%
54%
Black
38%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G W Carver Middle School's ranking?
G W Carver Middle School is ranked #7798 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend G W Carver Middle School?
723 students attend G W Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of G W Carver Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G W Carver Middle School?
G W Carver Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does G W Carver Middle School offer ?
G W Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is G W Carver Middle School part of?
G W Carver Middle School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is G W Carver Middle School located?
G W Carver Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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