Carver Elementary School serves 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carver Elementary School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carver Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
91%
45%
White
2%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Carver Elementary School?
506 students attend Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Carver Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Elementary School?
Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Elementary School offer ?
Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carver Elementary School part of?
Carver Elementary School is part of Meridian School District.
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