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Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School

476 Frances Meeks Way
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 679 students in grades 4-5, Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 679 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers

School Rankings

Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#356 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
57%
37%
52%
40%
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is ranked #356 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan County Elementary School, Richmond Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School?
679 students attend Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School offer ?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School part of?
Dr. George Washington Carver Elementary School is part of Bryan County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 679 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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