Serving 523 students in grades 3-5, George W. Carver Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Carver Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George W. Carver Intermediate's student population of 523 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
George W. Carver Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W. Carver Intermediate is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1453 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
47%
22%
White
14%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Carver Intermediate's ranking?
George W. Carver Intermediate is ranked #1453 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George W. Carver Intermediate often compared to?
George W. Carver Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Portlock Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George W. Carver Intermediate?
523 students attend George W. Carver Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of George W. Carver Intermediate students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George W. Carver Intermediate?
George W. Carver Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W. Carver Intermediate offer ?
George W. Carver Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George W. Carver Intermediate part of?
George W. Carver Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is George W. Carver Intermediate located?
George W. Carver Intermediate is located in the South Norfolk neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in South Norfolk.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
That was the best school I ever went to.
4 7/19/2017
Ms.Mallet is the best teacher at that school I was her student last year in 2016,my name is Trevon Marshall
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