Carver Elementary School

(952)556-1900

CVR.district112.org

782 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Carver Elementary School, located at 1717 Ironwood Drive in Carver, Minnesota, serves as a primary educational anchor for the local community. As part of the Eastern Carver County School District (District 112), the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and social-emotional well-being. The facility is designed to accommodate elementary-aged students, offering a curriculum that aligns with state standards while incorporating modern instructional practices to prepare children for their future educational journeys.

Beyond its core academics, Carver Elementary is known for its strong emphasis on community engagement and the partnership between home and school. The staff focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, build essential problem-solving skills, and develop a sense of belonging. With its suburban location, the school benefits from a quiet, residential setting that prioritizes student safety and provides ample space for both indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring a well-rounded experience for its diverse student body.

782

Total Students

44.6

Full-Time Teachers

17.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

22.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carver Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	571
Hispanic	44
Black	85
Asian	25
Two or More	54
American Indian	3

White
571 (73.0%)
Black
85 (10.9%)
Two or More
54 (6.9%)
Hispanic
44 (5.6%)
Asian
25 (3.2%)
American Indian
3 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	EASTERN CARVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL
Phone:	(952)556-1900
Website:	http://CVR.district112.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	782
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	44.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	163
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 130

Grade 1 120

Grade 2 132

Grade 3 126

Grade 4 140

Grade 5 134