EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT CARVER

Early College High School at Carver is a Title I public high school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 420 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 28 teachers, Early College High School at Carver has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Early College High School at Carver, located in the Lakewood Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, is a specialized academic institution operating within the Atlanta Public Schools district. The school is designed to provide students with a rigorous, college-preparatory environment that bridges the gap between secondary education and higher learning. By emphasizing a culture of high expectations and academic excellence, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the complexities of college curricula and future career paths.

A defining feature of the school is its partnership with local colleges and universities, which allows students to earn significant college credits—sometimes up to an associate degree—while completing their high school requirements. This "early college" model not only accelerates the path to graduation but also helps students develop the self-discipline, time-management skills, and academic maturity necessary for post-secondary success. Through its focused curriculum and supportive learning environment, Early College High School at Carver strives to ensure that its graduates are not only college-ready but also empowered to succeed in a competitive global landscape.

For more information, contact Early College High School at Carver at (404) 802-4405 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.