George Washington Carver Academy
442 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
George Washington Carver Academy, located in Waterloo, Iowa, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Waterloo Community School District. The academy is structured to provide a supportive and focused learning environment, often catering to students who may benefit from smaller class sizes, individualized attention, and tailored academic interventions. By prioritizing a more personalized approach to education, the school aims to help students overcome barriers to learning and build the essential skills necessary for long-term academic and personal success.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to fostering a culture of high expectations, character development, and social-emotional growth. Beyond standard curriculum delivery, George Washington Carver Academy emphasizes a holistic approach, working to ensure that students are equipped with the stability and resources required to excel. Through collaborative efforts between educators, families, and community partners, the academy strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential and prepare for their future educational or career paths.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to fostering a culture of high expectations, character development, and social-emotional growth. Beyond standard curriculum delivery, George Washington Carver Academy emphasizes a holistic approach, working to ensure that students are equipped with the stability and resources required to excel. Through collaborative efforts between educators, families, and community partners, the academy strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential and prepare for their future educational or career paths.
442
Total Students
34.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 69 |
| Hispanic | 100 |
| Black | 194 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 47 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 28 |
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Black194 (43.9 %)
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Hispanic100 (22.6 %)
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White69 (15.6 %)
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Two or More47 (10.6 %)
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Pacific Islander28 (6.3 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Waterloo Comm School District |
| Phone: | (319)433-2500 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 442 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 350 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 62 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
146
Grade 7
153
Grade 8
143
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 146 |
| Grade 7 | 153 |
| Grade 8 | 143 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 232 | 52.5% |
| Male | 210 | 47.5% |
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