George Washington Carver School is a public school in Coral Gables, Florida. Now a middle school, it was once a K-12, segregated, black school. It is part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district.
Serving 970 students in grades 6-8, George Washington Carver Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 970 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Carver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Washington Carver Middle School's student population of 970 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
970 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
Green, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Carver. We are Recognized.
School Rankings
George Washington Carver Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Carver Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
65%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: G.w. Carver Middle School Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Carver Middle School's ranking?
George Washington Carver Middle School is ranked #41 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are George Washington Carver Middle School often compared to?
George Washington Carver Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponce De Leon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend George Washington Carver Middle School?
970 students attend George Washington Carver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of George Washington Carver Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Carver Middle School?
George Washington Carver Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Washington Carver Middle School offer ?
George Washington Carver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Carver Middle School part of?
George Washington Carver Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Carver Middle School located?
George Washington Carver Middle School is located in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Coconut Grove.
School Reviews
4 3/10/2018
School teaching was great but they need to focus on the bullying going on in the school
5 3/3/2009
The best academics in Miami.
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