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George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy

1800 N TRAVIS, AMARILLO, TX, 79107

Ranked 1350 of 1364 in Texas

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About George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy

George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy is located at 1800 N Travis, Amarillo, Texas 79107. The school serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 1. It has a total enrollment of 334 students. The student–teacher ratio is 15:1, allowing for steady classroom attention and support. The student population includes about 49% female students and 51% male students. According to state assessment data, student proficiency details in math and reading are currently not available for this campus. The school operates as a public early childhood academy within the Amarillo Independent School District, focusing on foundational learning in the early years. George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy follows an early-grade campus model that helps students build basic reading, communication, and social skills at a young age. Teachers work closely with students to help them learn and get involved in class. Homes near the campus usually sell for around $150,000, which is in line with the way homes are sold in this part of Amarillo. This school is one of the options families may explore when searching for best elementary schools for early education.

George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy Contact Information

Address

1800 N TRAVIS, AMARILLO, TX, 79107

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Phone

(806) 326-4200

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 0%
Reading 0%
State average proficiency is 0% in Math and 0% in Reading.
23
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
334
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1350 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:55 AM - 3:21 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 23.95%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 44.01%
Black 25.15%
Two+ Races 5.39%
Native Am. 1.2%
White
23.95%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
44.01%
Black
25.15%
Two+ Races
5.39%
Native Am.
1.2%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 334
49.4%
165 Female
50.6%
169 Male

Student Population

334 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

700 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The "Carver Day" event at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy in January 2026 brought together students, teachers, and families. The program honored Dr. George Washington Carver and made the students feel good about their school. Students did things in class and gave short talks that were meant for kids in lower grades. These kinds of things make students feel more at ease and like they belong at school. The event also shows how important early childhood development and getting involved in the community are to the campus.

FAQ

Q1. What grades are offered at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?

Ans. George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 1.

Q2. What type of school is George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?

Ans. George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy is a public school focused on early childhood learning.

Q3. What do students learn at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?

Ans. Students at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy learn basic skills like reading, communication, and classroom routines.

Q4. How do teachers support students at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?

Ans. Teachers at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy guide students closely and help them adjust to daily school activities.

Q5. How do parents get updates from George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy?

Ans. Parents at George Washington Carver Early Childhood Academy receive updates through school communication and teacher interaction.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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