Carver 9th Grade Academy serves 574 students in grades 9.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver 9th Grade Academy's student population of 574 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carver 9th Grade Academy is 0.54, 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
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
63%
32%
White
24%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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
How many students attend Carver 9th Grade Academy?
574 students attend Carver 9th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Carver 9th Grade Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver 9th Grade Academy?
Carver 9th Grade Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carver 9th Grade Academy offer ?
Carver 9th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Carver 9th Grade Academy part of?
Carver 9th Grade Academy is part of Dothan City School District.
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