G. W. Carver High School serves 746 students in grades 8-12.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
746 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
51 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend G. W. Carver High School?
746 students attend G. W. Carver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of G. W. Carver High School students are Black.
What grades does G. W. Carver High School offer ?
G. W. Carver High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is G. W. Carver High School part of?
G. W. Carver High School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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