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George Washington Carver El Academy

1905 W 12TH, AMARILLO, TX, 79107

Ranked 575 of 1364 in Texas

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About George Washington Carver El Academy

George Washington Carver Elementary Academy is located at 1905 W 12th St, Amarillo, Texas 79107. The school serves students from Grade 2 through Grade 5. It has a total enrollment of 352 students. The student–teacher ratio is 15:1, supporting consistent classroom instruction. The student population includes about 51% female students and 49% male students. According to state assessment data, 42% of students meet proficiency in math, while 58% reach proficiency in reading. The school operates as a public elementary academy within the Amarillo Independent School District and has received recognition for its academic performance. George Washington Carver Elementary Academy uses a structured upper-elementary model that helps kids keep learning after the first few grades. Teachers work closely with students to help them improve their reading, math, and other classroom skills. Students also do things in class that keep them interested and help them understand better. Homes near the campus often sell for around $150,000, which is in line with the housing market in this part of Amarillo. Families looking for best elementary schools may consider this campus for its steady academic progress.

George Washington Carver El Academy Contact Information

Address

1905 W 12TH, AMARILLO, TX, 79107

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Phone

(806) 326-4150

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 42%
Reading 58%
State average proficiency is 42% in Math and 58% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
352
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 575 IN STEM IN STATE

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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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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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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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 21.88%
Asian 1.42%
Hispanic 34.09%
Black 32.67%
Two+ Races 9.66%
Native Am. 0.28%
White
21.88%
Asian
1.42%
Hispanic
34.09%
Black
32.67%
Two+ Races
9.66%
Native Am.
0.28%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 352
50.57%
178 Female
49.43%
174 Male

Student Population

352 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

352 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In March 2026, George Washington Carver Elementary Academy held a "Living Wax Museum" event where students dressed up as famous people from history. Students dressed up and told short stories about writers, inventors, and leaders, which made learning more fun. The event let families and people from the community come to the campus and see what the students had done. Things like this help students feel more confident and get better at speaking in front of groups. It also shows how important it is to the school to provide learning opportunities outside of regular classroom lessons.

FAQ

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

Ans. George Washington Carver Elementary Academy serves students from Grade 2 through Grade 5.

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

Ans. George Washington Carver Elementary Academy is a public school in the Amarillo Independent School District.

Q3. What subjects are taught at George Washington Carver Elementary Academy?

Ans. Students at George Washington Carver Elementary Academy learn core subjects like reading, math, and science.

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

Ans. Teachers at George Washington Carver Elementary Academy provide classroom instruction and help students improve their understanding.

Q5. How do parents receive updates from George Washington Carver Elementary Academy?

Ans. Parents at George Washington Carver Elementary Academy receive updates through school communication and teacher meetings.

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

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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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