Facts & Figures
- Total Number of Students Enrolled: 558
- Ethnicity Breakdown:
- Black 16%
- Hispanic 54%
- White 16%
- Asian 1%
- American Indian or Alaskan Native 1%
- English Language Learners: 11%
- Special Education: 20%
- Gifted Learner: 2%
- AVID: 5%
- Free/Reduced Lunch: 90%
2024-2025 School Culture Survey Highlights
Positives
90% of 3rd-8th grade students know that adults at Carmel care about them.
95% of families appreciate that school leaders manage the school in ways that promote student safety and learning.
99% of staff state that they work well with their colleagues at Carmel.
Improvement Opportunities
- 90% of students know that their teachers want them to be successful on their school work, however 74% feel the work can continue to be more engaging.
- 83% of families stated that they receive adequate communication from school.
- 74% of staff feel that although they are recognized for a job well done, it can continue to be increased and done with consistency.
Next Steps
- Teachers will continue to refine their practice and embed high-interest content based on student interest and needs. Staff will continue to build relationships through social-emotional learning, class-building strategies, and athletics.
- It is a priority with all staff at Carmel to communicate with families. Given the diversity at Carmel, communication in various forms (website, social media, ClassDojo, handouts) will increase and all communication will be provided in various languages in order to strengthen the home-school relationship.
- Carmel administrative team will continue to recognize staff of the month, staff who demonstrate Carmel Core Beliefs, and work closely with hospitality and community members to ensure all staff believe and know that they are appreciated and recognized.