School Overview
Carver Vocational-Technical High School, located in the West Baltimore community, serves as a premier institution for career and technical education (CTE) within the Baltimore City Public Schools system. The school is dedicated to bridging the gap between rigorous academic instruction and professional readiness, offering students a comprehensive curriculum that prepares them for both higher education and the modern workforce. By integrating core high school subjects with specialized trade training, Carver provides a structured pathway for students to earn industry-recognized certifications before graduation.

The school is well-regarded for its hands-on approach to learning, featuring a diverse array of technical programs—ranging from construction trades and automotive technology to culinary arts and information technology. Through partnerships with local businesses and apprenticeship programs, Carver emphasizes real-world application, ensuring that students gain practical experience alongside their classroom studies. As a cornerstone of the community, the institution focuses on empowering Baltimore’s youth by fostering essential skills, workplace professionalism, and the technical expertise necessary to succeed in a competitive global economy.
1,020
Total Students
55.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carver Vocational-Technical High
Demographic Student Count
White16
Hispanic29
Black969
Two or More4
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    969 (95.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    29 (2.8 %)
  • White
    16 (1.6 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Baltimore City Public Schools
Phone: (410)396-0553
Website: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org/schools/454
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,020
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 55.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 899
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 431
Grade 10 253
Grade 11 159
Grade 12 177

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Carver Vocational-Technical High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9431
Grade 10253
Grade 11159
Grade 12177
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Carver Vocational-Technical High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46545.6%
Male55554.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)