G W CARVER HIGH SCHOOL

G W Carver High School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the G W Carver Collegiate Academy school district, located in New Orleans, LA with about 820 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 39 teachers, G W Carver High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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 High School, located in the Seventh Ward of New Orleans, is a historic and foundational institution within the city’s educational landscape. Originally established during the era of segregation, the school served as a vital hub for the African American community in the Upper Ninth Ward. Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the school’s physical campus underwent a long period of transition and closure, symbolizing the broader struggles and resilience of the local community. It eventually reopened in a state-of-the-art facility, marking a new chapter focused on modernization and revitalization.

Today, Carver High School operates as a public charter school under the Collegiate Academies network. The school is known for its rigorous college-preparatory curriculum and its commitment to fostering high academic expectations for its students. Beyond academics, Carver emphasizes character development, community engagement, and preparing graduates for life after high school, whether through university education or career pathways. It remains a focal point of its neighborhood, striving to provide equitable educational opportunities for the youth of New Orleans.

For more information, contact G W Carver High School at (504) 256-9561 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.