Principal
Dr. Darryl Johnson | E-mail
Phone: 215-400-7380
Fax: 215-400-7381
Student Enrollment: 900
Address:
1600 West Norris Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121
SEPTA Routes:
29 2, C, Broad Street Subway
CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
At a Glance
Mission & Approach to Learning
George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science is an innovative, inclusive, and college preparatory criteria-based school for grades 7-12 serving academically talented and motivated students interested in the sciences, mathematics, engineering, technology, medical, and other STEM-related career fields. We are committed to providing a rigorous curriculum with a focus in these areas, enriched by extra-curricular opportunities that are student centered. Our goals are to prepare our students with the academic, and organizational skills for collegiate success and to empower our students with the social and leadership skills to be lifelong learners and productive citizens.
Points of Pride
- The latest Class of 2023 earned $15.9 million in college scholarships (22 Academic Full Rides)
- 98% college acceptance rate in 2023; 2% acceptance to the Armed Forces
- Some of the Highest teaching staff credentials in PA (6 “Lindback Teacher of the Year” awarded teachers on staff, 80% of staff have over 10 years of experience teaching, and 90% of staff hold advanced degrees (masters/ doctorate)
- Recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the “Best High Schools in the U.S.” for 2022-2023, Middle States Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges accreditation, “Sustaining Excellence” distinction since 2020
- Distinguished by Philadelphia Magazine as a “Best High School” in 2019-2020
- U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, 2019,
- City Leader based on SDP School Progress Report in 2018 • PA Department of Education Distinguished School 2016-17
- PA Department of Education, Governor’s Award for Academic Excellence, 2013
- Recognized by U.S. News and World Report in the “Best High Schools in the U.S.” in 2012-2020
- College Credit through Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment programs
- Carver HSES Annual College Day hosting 60 colleges and universities for a fair and a college visit for all students in grades 7-10
- Efficient student attendance rates (93-97%)
- Qualified for national competitions in Robotics, Engineering Design, Underwater Robotics, Mock Trial, and Quiz Bowl
- 42 Afterschool Clubs & Teams, 26 Varsity, JV, and M.S. sports teams
- Boys Bowling 3-peat Philadelphia Public League (PPL) Champions (2020-21, 2021- 22, 2022-23)
- Cheerleading 6 time PPL Champions (2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
- Boys Soccer 2022-2023 PIT Champions
- Girls Indoor Track PPL Champions (2022-23)
- Boys Indoor Track PPL Champions (2020- 2021, 2021-22)
- Girls Outdoor Track and Field PPL Champions (2022-23)
- Boys Outdoor Track and Field PPL Champions (2021-22)
- Baseball Division Champions (2021-22, 2022-23* Undefeated through the regular season)
- Girls Basketball Division Champions (2017-18, 2019-2020* Undefeated through the regular season)
- Boys Tennis Division Champions (2017-18)
What We Offer
Courses & Program Highlights
- Popular Academic Course Pathways:
- Bio-Medical – (Potential Careers: Nurse, Medical Doctor, Dentist, Forensic Scientist, Microbiologist, Veterinarian, Neuroscientist)
- Engineering – (Potential Careers: Mechanical Engineer; Chemical Engineer; Systems Engineer; Electrical Engineer, Aerospace Engineer; Nuclear Engineer, Biomedical Engineer; Data Scientist)
- Psychology – (Potential Careers: Psychiatrist; Educational Psychologist; Counseling/Clinical Psychologist; Therapist; School Counselor; Social Worker).
- Computer Science – (Potential Careers: Software Developer; Web Developer; Network Administrator; App Developer; Video Game Designer; IT Project Manager)
- Media/Technology; Arts – (Potential Careers: Multimedia Designer; Photographer; Content Strategist; Media Specialist; Digital Marketer; Graphic Designer)
- Advanced Placement Courses:
- Biology
- Calculus AB; Calculus BC
- Chemistry
- Computer Science A; Computer Science Principles
- English Literature and Composition
- Environmental Science
- Government
- Microeconomics
- Physics
- Psychology
- U.S. History; World History
- Dual Enrollment Programs:
- Temple University
- Community College of Philadelphia
- Thomas Jefferson University
- Drexel University
- St. Joseph’s University
Extracurricular Activities
- American Sign Language Club
- Anime Club
- Art Club
- Asian Student Alliance
- Black Student Union
- Band
- Carver News
- Carver Recording Studio Club
- Chess Club
- Middle School Chess Club
- Choir
- Cyber Security
- Dance Team
- Debate
- Drum Line
- Dungeons and Dragons
- Enginettes Dance Squad
- Ethics Bowl Club
- Gay Student Alliance
- Intensity Step Team
- Journalism
- Khmer Club
- Literary Club
- Media Club
- Mock Trial
- Nat’l Beta Society
- Nat’l Honor Society
- Nat’l Society of
- Black Engineers
- NAVSEA Robotics Competition
- Peer Group Connection
- Quiz Bowl Club
- Robotics
- Middle School Robotics
- SLAM Poetry Club
- Spirit Squad
- Student Government
- Students Run Philly Style
- Stock Market Club
- Techn. Student Assoc.
- WHYY
- Yearbook
- Youth Inspiration Program
Sports Teams
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball—Girls and Boys
- Bowling
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country
- Football (partnered)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming (regional)
- Tennis—Girls and Boys
- Track and Field—Co-ed
- Volleyball—Girls and Boys
Partnerships
- 100 Black Men (Mentoring)
- ACE Mentoring
- Arrive Therapy (LGBTQIA+ support and counseling)
- Community College of Philadelphia
- Outward Bound Experiences Program
- Drexel University
- Eat Right Philly (Nutrition and Wellness)
- Heights Philadelphia
- Inner-Strength Foundation
- Jefferson University
- Monkey and The Elephant (Cafe providing support to youth involved in foster care system)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)
- Network of Neighbors (trauma responsemservices)
- Peer Group Connection
- Philadelphia Financial Scholars
- Prism VR
- Speak Up!
- Steppingstone Scholars
- St. Joseph University
- TEACH LLC.
- Temple U Upward Bound
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- University of Pennsylvania
- Wright Now Counseling (group and individual counseling)
- Young Ambassador Technology Exchange
Admission Criteria
- Grades: As and Bs
- Attendance: 95%
- Standardized Test: 65th Percentile in ELA and
65th Percentile in Math