Carver Elementary

Summary:

Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Mount Olive, North Carolina, serving 556 students in grades PK-4. The school stands out from its nearby peers due to its high minority enrollment, low academic performance, and high rates of economic disadvantage among its student population.

Carver Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of minority students compared to surrounding schools, with 42.81% African American and 32.91% Hispanic students. The school's academic performance has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of North Carolina elementary schools, with lower proficiency rates than the state and Wayne County Public Schools district averages, particularly in reading. Additionally, over 99% of Carver Elementary's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.

While Carver Elementary's overall performance is low, the school's ranking for Hispanic and English Language Learner (ELL) students is significantly higher than its overall ranking, suggesting the school may be doing a better job of supporting these student subgroups. However, the nearby Meadow Lane Elementary and Spring Creek Elementary schools have significantly higher academic performance on state assessments, despite serving similar student populations, indicating that Carver Elementary may be underperforming compared to its peers.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-4

 400 Old Seven Springs Rd
       Mount Olive, NC  28365-0679


(919) 658-7330

District: Wayne County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
805th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,340 Help


Students who attend Carver Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Mount Olive Middle
High:    Southern Wayne High

Student/teacher ratio:  16.0 Help
Number of students:  556

Racial breakdown:

African American:
42.8%
Hispanic:
32.9%
White:
19.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  99.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Carver Elementary ranks worse than 53.5% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 7th among 12 ranked elementary schools in the Wayne County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 46.7. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Carver Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: African American (42.8%), Hispanic (32.9%), White (19.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 99.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Carver Elementary is 16. 10 elementary schools in the Wayne County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Carver Elementary is $10,340, which is the 4th highest among 12 elementary schools in the Wayne County Public Schools District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Carver Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Carver Elementary 805th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Carver Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Wayne County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Wayne County Public Schools 154th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Carver Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 20.97 1109th 1276 13.1%
2007 19.14 1142nd 1293 11.7%
2008 23.53 1091st 1324 17.6%
2009 18.70 1182nd 1354 12.7%
2010 19.12 1191st 1363 12.6%
2011 15.86 1257th 1381 9.0%
2012 23.67 1173rd 1388 15.5%
2013 20.98 1167th 1403 16.8%
2014 11.83 1268th 1390 8.8%
2015 19.48 1225th 1440 14.9%
2016 25.47 1139th 1425 20.1%
2017 21.35 1200th 1429 16.0%
2018 12.90 1298th 1434 9.5%
2019 19.88 1267th 1473 14.0%
2021 18.18 1238th 1489 16.9%
2022 20.37 1261st 1514 16.7%
2023 14.45 1344th 1502 10.5%
2024 46.70 805th 1505 46.5%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.85 297th 421 29.5%
2019 51.27 195th 497 60.8%
2021 22.45 344th 385 10.6%
2022 32.95 351st 485 27.6%
2023 34.27 345th 514 32.9%
2024 74.82 74th 533 86.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 34.45 529th 801 34.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.42 1128th 1332 15.3%
2019 31.03 1036th 1361 23.9%
2021 24.71 1056th 1329 20.5%
2022 27.50 1090th 1366 20.2%
2023 21.18 1251st 1437 12.9%
2024 68.00 352nd 1450 75.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 12.21 1299th 1405 7.5%
2019 19.60 1238th 1424 13.1%
2021 16.33 1261st 1440 12.4%
2022 19.35 1271st 1458 12.8%
2023 21.08 1234th 1459 15.4%
2024 52.60 676th 1455 53.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.15 1267th 1413 10.3%
2019 21.55 1219th 1430 14.8%
2021 21.44 1155th 1444 20.0%
2022 24.28 1155th 1464 21.1%
2023 9.90 1390th 1461 4.9%
2024 40.90 893rd 1464 39.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 21.58 810th 927 12.6%
2019 28.83 754th 949 20.5%
2021 24.02 750th 896 16.3%
2022 24.95 776th 927 16.3%
2023 14.71 884th 933 5.3%
2024 49.30 437th 924 52.7%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for African American Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.19 664th 851 22.0%
2019 36.27 596th 865 31.1%
2021 42.61 457th 843 45.8%
2022 42.45 516th 893 42.2%
2023 39.70 573rd 915 37.4%
2024 70.64 195th 951 79.5%
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Rank History for White students at Carver Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.42 1069th 1178 9.3%
2019 42.20 739th 1183 37.5%
2021 15.75 1088th 1172 7.2%
2022 21.93 1027th 1194 14.0%
2023 27.10 957th 1183 19.1%
2024 47.93 641st 1166 45.0%
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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Carver Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 333 313 1 3 0 n/a n/a 0 650
1989 324 312 2 3 0 n/a n/a 0 641
1990 316 310 2 9 0 n/a n/a 0 637
1991 329 324 0 13 0 n/a n/a 0 666
1992 313 327 0 14 0 n/a n/a 0 654
1993 253 257 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 519
1994 231 238 0 14 0 n/a n/a 0 483
1995 199 271 1 20 0 n/a n/a 0 491
1996 199 271 1 20 0 n/a n/a 0 491
1997 198 302 0 28 0 n/a n/a 0 528
1998 264 379 3 26 1 n/a n/a 11 684
1999 248 361 0 42 2 n/a n/a 0 653
2000 257 346 0 44 1 n/a n/a 0 648
2001 260 306 0 37 1 n/a n/a 0 604
2002 232 307 4 68 0 n/a n/a 0 611
2003 232 307 4 68 0 n/a n/a 0 611
2004 234 313 1 99 0 n/a n/a 0 647
2005 241 304 1 112 0 n/a n/a 0 658
2006 218 283 1 140 0 n/a n/a 0 642
2007 216 264 2 186 0 n/a n/a 12 680
2008 212 270 2 182 0 n/a n/a 18 684
2009 227 287 1 194 0 n/a n/a 0 709
2010 190 249 1 180 0 n/a n/a 0 620
2011 179 222 1 186 1 0 23 0 612
2012 207 220 0 217 0 0 26 0 670
2013 205 212 0 226 0 0 24 0 667
2014 182 200 1 213 0 0 21 0 617
2015 164 207 0 225 0 0 16 0 612
2016 149 211 0 209 0 0 11 0 580
2017 129 217 0 207 0 0 12 0 565
2018 108 241 0 210 1 0 14 0 574
2019 110 234 0 218 0 0 18 0 580
2020 69 151 1 219 0 1 124 0 565
2021 98 206 0 190 0 2 19 0 515
2022 96 209 0 187 0 2 18 0 512
2023 109 238 0 183 0 3 23 0 556

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 Carver Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 650 33.0 19.6 39.7
1989 641 32.0 20.0 52.1
1990 637 31.0 20.5 82.7
1991 666 31.0 21.4 79.1
1992 654 34.0 19.2 46.3
1993 519 30.0 17.3 69.4
1994 483 29.0 16.7 51.3
1995 491 31.0 15.8 56.2
1996 491 31.0 15.8 56.2
1997 528 32.0 16.5 51.7
1998 684 45.0 15.2 43.2
1999 653 44.0 14.8 69.5
2000 648 44.0 14.7 66.8
2001 604 44.0 13.7 70.5
2002 611 46.0 13.3 62.8
2003 611 46.0 13.3 62.8
2004 647 45.0 14.4 63.8
2005 658 45.0 14.6 64.9
2006 642 45.0 14.3 67.9
2007 680 n/a n/a 69.2
2008 684 50.6 13.5 71.8
2009 709 48.0 14.8 69.7
2010 620 40.1 15.4 76.1
2011 612 40.0 15.3 75.7
2012 670 39.4 17.0 71.5
2013 667 39.4 16.9 76.2
2014 617 39.2 15.7 80.1
2015 612 41.0 14.9 99.5
2016 580 40.0 14.5 99.5
2017 565 37.4 15.0 99.5
2018 574 39.5 14.5 97.7
2019 580 39.0 14.8 99.5
2020 565 37.0 15.2 99.1
2021 515 35.0 14.7 99.4
2022 512 32.3 15.8 99.4
2023 556 34.6 16.0 99.5

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 Carver Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 650 33.0 19.6 39.7
1989 641 32.0 20.0 52.1
1990 637 31.0 20.5 82.7
1991 666 31.0 21.4 79.1
1992 654 34.0 19.2 46.3
1993 519 30.0 17.3 69.4
1994 483 29.0 16.7 51.3
1995 491 31.0 15.8 56.2
1996 491 31.0 15.8 56.2
1997 528 32.0 16.5 51.7
1998 684 45.0 15.2 43.2
1999 653 44.0 14.8 69.5
2000 648 44.0 14.7 66.8
2001 604 44.0 13.7 70.5
2002 611 46.0 13.3 62.8
2003 611 46.0 13.3 62.8
2004 647 45.0 14.4 63.8
2005 658 45.0 14.6 64.9
2006 642 45.0 14.3 67.9
2007 680 n/a n/a 69.2
2008 684 50.6 13.5 71.8
2009 709 48.0 14.8 69.7
2010 620 40.1 15.4 76.1
2011 612 40.0 15.3 75.7
2012 670 39.4 17.0 71.5
2013 667 39.4 16.9 76.2
2014 617 39.2 15.7 80.1
2015 612 41.0 14.9 99.5
2016 580 40.0 14.5 99.5
2017 565 37.4 15.0 99.5
2018 574 39.5 14.5 97.7
2019 580 39.0 14.8 99.5
2020 565 37.0 15.2 99.1
2021 515 35.0 14.7 99.4
2022 512 32.3 15.8 99.4
2023 556 34.6 16.0 99.5

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Carver Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,446 (14.0%) $8,894 (86.0%) $10,340

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Carver Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1267th of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 1344th of 1502 Elementary schools
 3.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Carver Elementary)45.529.9
 15.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Wayne County Public Schools)60.349
 11.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Carver Elementary)41.835.6
 6.2%
   3rd Grade Reading (Wayne County Public Schools)50.936.8
 14.1%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Carver Elementary)5038
 12%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Wayne County Public Schools)50.241.3
 8.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Carver Elementary)27.525
 2.5%
   4th Grade Reading (Wayne County Public Schools)46.242.2
 4%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students580556
 4.1%
African American234238
 1.7%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic218183
 16.1%
Pacific Islander03
White110109
 0.9%
Two or More Races1823
 27.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients99.5%99.5%
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In the 2022-23 school year, 556 students attended Carver Elementary.

Carver Elementary ranks 805th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Carver Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Mount Olive Middle
High : Southern Wayne High

Students at Carver Elementary are 43% African American, 33% Hispanic, 20% White, 4% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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