GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER SCHOOL 87

George Washington Carver School 87 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Indianapolis Public Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 365 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, George Washington Carver School 87 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

George Washington Carver School 87, located in the Riverside neighborhood of Indianapolis, serves as a cornerstone of its community within the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) district. The school is named in honor of the renowned scientist and inventor George Washington Carver, and it reflects a commitment to providing a foundational education for students in grades Pre-K through 6. The facility acts as a hub for local families, emphasizing the development of academic skills alongside the cultivation of personal character and social responsibility.

As an IPS institution, School 87 focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student population through a structured curriculum designed to prepare children for middle school success. The school environment typically emphasizes community engagement and educational equity, aiming to foster a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their potential. By integrating standard academic instruction with a focus on student well-being, George Washington Carver School 87 strives to be an accessible and empowering learning environment for the children of the Indianapolis area.

For more information, contact George Washington Carver School 87 at (317) 226-4287 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.