George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

Q: Is George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology a good school?

George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology ranks 20 th of 146 Maryland high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology is a public magnet high school in Towson, Maryland that serves 984 students in grades 9-12. This high-performing school consistently outshines the surrounding Baltimore County Public Schools district and the state of Maryland in academic achievement.

The school's students excel on standardized tests, with 86.3% of 10th-graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to just 47.5% for Baltimore County and 55.3% for Maryland. George W. Carver Center also boasts higher proficiency rates in Algebra II and Geometry than its peers. This strong academic performance has earned the school a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and a ranking of 20th out of 146 high schools statewide. The school's diverse student body, with 41.97% White, 38.52% African American, 6.81% Hispanic, and 6.61% Asian students, is more racially representative of the community than nearby schools like Dulaney High and Towson High.

Compared to other high schools in the area, George W. Carver Center stands out as a beacon of academic excellence. With just 26.52% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a less economically disadvantaged population than nearby institutions like Achievement Academy at Harbor City High, which has a 81.58% free/reduced lunch rate. This suggests the school's strong performance may be linked to the socioeconomic status of its student body, though its diverse racial makeup indicates it is providing equitable opportunities for all learners.

Detail:

Public, Magnet 9-12

938 York Rd
Towson, MD 21204-2513

(443) 809-2775

District: Baltimore County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
20^th of 146 Maryland High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $17,600

Student/teacher ratio: 15.3

Number of students: 984

Racial breakdown:

White:

42.0%

African American:

38.5%

Hispanic:

6.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 26.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology ranks better than 86.3% of high schools in Maryland. It also ranks 2^nd among 16 ranked high schools in the Baltimore County Public Schools District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 66.36. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (42%), African American (38.5%), Hispanic (6.8%). (See more...)

Compare Details 26.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology is 15.3, which is the 12^th best among 16 high schools in the Baltimore County Public Schools District. (See more...)

Compare George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology employs 64 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology is $17,600, which is the 8^th highest among 16 high schools in the Baltimore County Public Schools District.

Schooldigger Rankings:

George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology 20^th of 146 Maryland public high schools. (See George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology in the ranking list.)

Baltimore County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Baltimore County Public Schools 17^th of 25 Maryland school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MD State Percentile
2004	55.95	44^th	201	78.1%
2005	76.85	13^th	204	93.6%
2006	79.20	18^th	204	91.2%
2007	68.68	54^th	209	74.2%
2008	80.06	28^th	214	86.9%
2009	79.66	29^th	213	86.4%
2010	83.25	22^nd	220	90.0%
2011	80.29	27^th	183	85.2%
2012	80.84	23^rd	187	87.7%
2013	84.46	9^th	185	95.1%
2014	83.23	5^th	231	97.8%
2015	63.87	65^th	233	72.1%
2016	74.68	25^th	233	89.3%
2017	86.04	9^th	180	95.0%
2018	72.62	25^th	197	87.3%
2019	72.03	24^th	138	82.6%
2022	71.81	19^th	225	91.6%
2023	55.37	43^rd	127	66.1%
2024	66.36	20^th	146	86.3%

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Data source: test scores: Maryland State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Enrollment information for George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1994	321	75	5	2	0	n/a	n/a	403
1995	605	185	13	9	2	n/a	n/a	814
1996	605	185	13	9	2	n/a	n/a	814
1997	606	183	13	9	1	n/a	n/a	812
1998	566	177	12	10	1	n/a	n/a	766
1999	537	184	14	10	1	n/a	n/a	746
2000	542	175	16	7	0	n/a	n/a	740
2001	537	172	18	7	3	n/a	n/a	737
2002	501	179	22	6	4	n/a	n/a	712
2003	501	179	22	6	4	n/a	n/a	712
2004	485	202	16	8	2	n/a	n/a	713
2005	478	225	15	7	1	n/a	n/a	726
2006	442	237	12	7	2	n/a	n/a	700
2007	436	259	12	10	1	n/a	n/a	718
2008	416	256	21	14	1	n/a	n/a	708
2009	421	267	29	16	3	n/a	n/a	736
2010	412	273	35	23	3	n/a	n/a	746
2011	410	261	40	26	2	0	13	752
2012	399	273	42	24	2	0	17	757
2013	426	284	49	32	1	0	17	809
2014	438	285	53	37	1	0	25	839
2015	434	296	56	30	1	0	36	853
2016	422	313	56	40	3	0	41	875
2017	406	331	52	40	4	1	44	878
2018	424	341	54	38	5	2	48	912
2019	432	348	56	56	5	2	43	942
2020	439	349	63	58	4	4	44	961
2021	458	354	66	63	3	3	50	997
2022	436	372	68	65	6	4	52	1003
2023	413	379	65	67	4	6	50	984

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1994	403	40.0	10.1	10.2
1995	814	62.4	13.0	6.6
1996	814	62.4	13.0	6.6
1997	812	61.8	13.1	6.9
1998	766	54.2	14.1	7.7
1999	746	54.3	13.7	10.5
2000	740	51.1	14.5	9.3
2001	737	52.6	14.0	8
2002	712	56.4	12.6	6
2003	712	56.4	12.6	6
2004	713	56.3	12.7	7.2
2005	726	56.0	13.0	6.9
2006	700	55.0	12.7	10.7
2007	718	53.5	13.4	10.2
2008	708	53.1	13.3	10.3
2009	736	55.6	13.2	11
2010	746	56.1	13.3	12.1
2011	752	57.2	13.1	11.7
2012	757	54.9	13.7	14.7
2013	809	56.2	14.3	16.3
2014	839	60.4	13.8	16.6
2015	853	62.0	13.7	16.8
2016	875	59.0	14.8	14.9
2017	878	59.7	14.7	16.9
2018	912	56.6	16.1	20.3
2019	942	58.2	16.1	20.1
2020	961	60.2	15.9	19.5
2021	997	62.8	15.8	22.1
2022	1003	63.3	15.8	16.9
2023	984	64.0	15.3	26.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1994	403	40.0	10.1	10.2
1995	814	62.4	13.0	6.6
1996	814	62.4	13.0	6.6
1997	812	61.8	13.1	6.9
1998	766	54.2	14.1	7.7
1999	746	54.3	13.7	10.5
2000	740	51.1	14.5	9.3
2001	737	52.6	14.0	8
2002	712	56.4	12.6	6
2003	712	56.4	12.6	6
2004	713	56.3	12.7	7.2
2005	726	56.0	13.0	6.9
2006	700	55.0	12.7	10.7
2007	718	53.5	13.4	10.2
2008	708	53.1	13.3	10.3
2009	736	55.6	13.2	11
2010	746	56.1	13.3	12.1
2011	752	57.2	13.1	11.7
2012	757	54.9	13.7	14.7
2013	809	56.2	14.3	16.3
2014	839	60.4	13.8	16.6
2015	853	62.0	13.7	16.8
2016	875	59.0	14.8	14.9
2017	878	59.7	14.7	16.9
2018	912	56.6	16.1	20.3
2019	942	58.2	16.1	20.1
2020	961	60.2	15.9	19.5
2021	997	62.8	15.8	22.1
2022	1003	63.3	15.8	16.9
2023	984	64.0	15.3	26.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$354 (2.6%)	$13,347 (97.4%)	$13,701
2020	$202 (1.4%)	$14,195 (98.6%)	$14,397
2021	$436 (2.9%)	$14,504 (97.1%)	$14,940
2022	$858 (5.7%)	$14,149 (94.3%)	$15,007
2023	$1,378 (7.8%)	$16,223 (92.2%)	$17,600

Data source: Maryland Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 24^th of 138 High schools	Ranks 43^rd of 127 High schools	16.5%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	942	984	4.5%
African American	348	379	8.9%
American Indian	5	4	20%
Asian	56	65	16.1%
Hispanic	56	67	19.6%
Pacific Islander	2	6	200%
White	432	413	4.4%
Two or More Races	43	50	16.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	20.1%	26.5%	6.5%

Schools Near George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				MCAP Mathematics (2024)	MCAP English Language Arts (2024)		MCAP Algebra I (2024)	MCAP Algebra II (2024)	MCAP Geometry (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MCAP Mathematics All Grades	MCAP English Language Arts 10th Grade	MCAP English Language Arts All Grades	MCAP Algebra I End of Course	MCAP Algebra II End of Course	MCAP Geometry End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology	Public, Magnet	9-12	938 York Rd	Towson	21204	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(443) 809-2775	984	64	15.3	26.5%	413 (42.0%)	379 (38.5%)	67 (6.8%)	65 (6.6%)	4 (0.4%)	6 (0.6%)	50 (5.1%)	66.4	20^th of 146 public high schools	86.3%		55.4	43^rd of 127 public high schools	66.1%	23	26.2	86.3	86.3	7.1	53.3	9.6	$17,600	$1,378	$16,223
BCDC Educational Center	Public	9-12	105 W. Chesapeake Avenue	Towson	21204	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 887-4360	45			28.9%	2 (4.4%)	38 (84.4%)	4 (8.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.2%)								(n/a)							$6,350	$600	$5,750
Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School	Public	10-12	105 W Chesapeake Ave	Towson	21204	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(443) 809-2270	12			58.3%	2 (16.7%)	9 (75.0%)	1 (8.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							$31,294	$601	$30,693
Northwest EDLP at Milford Mill Academy	Public	12	105 W Chesapeake Ave	Towson	21204	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(443) 809-2270	1				0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)
Southeast EDLP at Dundalk High School	Public	12	105 W Chesapeake Ave	Towson	21204	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(443) 809-2270	6				1 (16.7%)	5 (83.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							$66,017	$1,003	$65,014
Home Assignments-Secondary	Public, Virtual	7-12	105 W. Chesapeake Avenue	Towson	21204	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	Yes	No	(443) 809-7515	11	17	.6	72.7%	2 (18.2%)	7 (63.6%)	1 (9.1%)	1 (9.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							$51,327	$5,545	$45,782
Towson High	Public, Magnet	9-12	69 Cedar Ave	Towson	21286	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(443) 809-3608	1,676	93	18.1	26.4%	949 (56.6%)	370 (22.1%)	110 (6.6%)	142 (8.5%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.2%)	99 (5.9%)	58.2	37^th of 146 public high schools	74.7%		63.6	26^th of 127 public high schools	79.5%	11	30.7	70.4	70.4	34.4	33.6	13.8	$14,124	$1,187	$12,937
Loch Raven High	Public	9-12	1212 Cowpens Ave	Baltimore	21286	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 887-3525	891	60	14.7	56.3%	284 (31.9%)	471 (52.9%)	64 (7.2%)	28 (3.1%)	2 (0.2%)	3 (0.3%)	39 (4.4%)	18.5	135^th of 146 public high schools	7.5%		21.2	116^th of 127 public high schools	8.7%	19		38.0	38.0	5.8			$18,772	$1,952	$16,820
Dulaney High	Public	9-12	255 E Padonia Road	Timonium	21093	Baltimore County	Baltimore County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(443) 809-7633	1,821	109	16.7	32.9%	853 (46.8%)	395 (21.7%)	247 (13.6%)	238 (13.1%)	5 (0.3%)	4 (0.2%)	79 (4.3%)	61.2	30^th of 146 public high schools	79.5%		73.5	11^th of 127 public high schools	91.3%	19	8.0	63.7	63.7		19.8		$15,306	$1,388	$13,917
Achievement Academy at Harbor City High	Public	9-12	2201 Pinewood Avenue	Baltimore	21214	Baltimore city	Baltimore City Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 396-6241	228	22	10.6	81.6%	4 (1.8%)	208 (91.2%)	14 (6.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)		21.6	21.6				$30,165	$2,732	$27,434

Frequently Asked Questions about George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology

Is George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology a good school?

George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology ranks 20^th of 146 Maryland high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology in?

Baltimore County Public Schools

How many students attend George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology?

In the 2022-23 school year, 984 students attended George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology.

What is the racial makeup of George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology?

Students at George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology are 42% White, 39% African American, 7% Hispanic, 7% Asian, 5% Two or more races.

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