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Early College High School at Carver

Public | 9-12 | 329 students

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5 stars

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Posted Tuesday, May 14, 2013

I took my son out of woodward Academy and rolled thought I was rolling the dice sending him to Carver Early College. What I found was a great learning enviornment, caring but not enabling teachers, and a dynamic principal. The GSU partnership is awesome at other schools he'd have to take all AP classes and pass the AP exams to get the same credit that he get for going to GSU. The best part is that they actually go to school on the campus so they are immersed in the true college experience. You will have to be active and make sure that your child is hanging out with the right crowd but hey I had to do that at the private school that I was paying $20,000 to. It truly is the best kept secret in the state and if you have the opportunity to attend I highly recommend it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 7, 2013

I have a daughter who a junior at Carver early college. Great Program! she loves her GSU classes and is excelling. This school helps motive the kids to go on to college.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 28, 2013

I love this school !!! My son have really matured and is doing great at Carver & GA State.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 30, 2012

Carver Early College is THE example of what public education should look like. The administration is forward-thinking; the teachers are exceptional and look at teaching as a "calling" rather than a "job"; and the students are motivated to excel for themselves, their parents, and their school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 3, 2012

Carver Early College is not for every child! An excellent school geared toward excellence all around the board! The students, teachers, and leadership at this school is what makes Carver Early College the top high school in the district and rank 18th in the state! Check the data! It speaks for itself!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 2, 2012

This school stands alone in the Atlanta Public School system!! The children are so motivated to do well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 13, 2011

I think Carver Early College is a great school. However, the principal should be more available to parents when needed. Also, I feel that there should be a senior class trip in place for the seniors at Carver Early College for all the hard work and accomplishments they have achieved over the last four years.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 29, 2010

CEC is a wonderful school. It provides an incredible opportunity for highschool students to get college credits and excell in life.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 9, 2010

My daughter is a freshman at CEC and we love it. The staff and teachers are friendly and available to parents. My child is very active in after-school activities. Coming to this school was a very good decision.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 14, 2009

Early college is a great program... I have two daughters that are excelling in this program...It is a great opportunity...My children have particapted in the study abroad program...They toured South Africa the opportunities are endless...jus encourage your child
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2009

My daughter is a freshman in the Early College program at the New Schools at Carver . She's doing great and love the school and her classes. She has been invited to a lot of colleges and summits this summer . So as a parent I rate The New Schools of Carver 5 stars plus it's a great school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 30, 2009

carver early college is an exceptional academy filled with new and very valuable opportunites that other schools don't offer.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 28, 2008

Early College is an awesome chance for kids to get an early exposure to college life. My son is focused and determined to obtain college credit prior to leaving high school. He is learning valuable lessons in goal setting and achievement. This is a great program.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 8, 2008

I work with the students at Carver EC. I am a Georgia State University Study Coach, and the program with Carver is an excellent opportunity for students! I like to call them Carver Early College Scholars! They are good kids, and I love working with them and reminding them that they are privilaged to have such a program!


Posted January 8, 2008

I love Carver Early College program, i encourage my son all the time to just pass his class and take advantage of teh program because there is no other school like there here in atlanta to get an great education like Carver High.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2007

I love early college. this is my daughter second year and she has experieneced high quality learning at this school, I really was pleased with her going to georgia state this summer. these children today have way more oppurtunities than we ever had .I also love our school counselors they are very concerned about our children
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 16, 2007

the quality of academic at early college is great, the kids have to want what's free. this is a regular high school your child just has to want what being put into there hands free. the sports program is great also just try hard. it's not all about winning every game. it builds up your child leadership, and team building skills. parents should be more involved in all programs. we love carver early college!!
—Submitted by stephanie graham, a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.

71 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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99%

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94%

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99%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2011.

71 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 93% in 2011.

71 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
96%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 80% in 2011.

71 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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97%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%
Scale: % at or above passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) in English language arts, math, science and social studies to students in grade 11. The GHSGT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. Students must pass all parts of the GHSGT in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 93% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Writing Test (GHSWT) to students in grade 11. The GHSWT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. Students must pass the GHSWT in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

9th Grade Literature

The state average for 9th Grade Literature was 84% in 2012.

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Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 63% in 2012.

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American Literature

The state average for American Literature was 89% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
98%
Biology

The state average for Biology was 73% in 2012.

32 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
84%
Economics

The state average for Economics was 77% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
94%
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 74% in 2012.

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n/a
Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 65% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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93%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
76%
Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 54% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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99%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
85%
Physical Science

The state average for Physical Science was 78% in 2012.

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97%
U.S. History

The state average for U.S. History was 68% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade math levels 1 and 2, biology, United States history, physical science, American literature and economics. The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 98% 38%
Hispanic 2% 10%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 3%
White N/A 46%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 0%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 78%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 1%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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55 McDonough Blvd SE
Atlanta, GA 30315
Phone: (404) 802-4405

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