George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy

1800 N Travis
Amarillo, TX 79107
(School attendance zone shown in map)
George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy serves 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-1. 
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy's student population of 325 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
25%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?
325 students attend George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?
George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy offer ?
George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy part of?
George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy is part of Amarillo Independent School District.

School Reviews

Review George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links