Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School serves 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
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School Overview
Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
52%
45%
White
20%
40%
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School?
453 students attend Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School?
Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School offer ?
Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School part of?
Raymond Elementary/carver Middle School is part of Hinds County School District.
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