G.W. Carver High School
Home of the Rams
Desire, Upper Ninth Ward • Established 1958 • Orange & Green
About the School
George Washington Carver High School was established in the late 1950s in the Desire neighborhood of the Upper Ninth Ward. Its original Higgins Boulevard building was designed by Curtis and Davis — the same architects behind the Superdome.
Destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Carver was rebuilt and reopened in a new building in 2016. The metal rams that stood outside since its founding were preserved, and its devoted “Ramily” alumni fought to bring the school home.
Destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Carver was rebuilt and reopened in a new building in 2016. The metal rams that stood outside since its founding were preserved, and its devoted “Ramily” alumni fought to bring the school home.
Quick Facts
Founded: 1958 (some sources cite 1961)
Mascot: Rams
Colors: Orange & Green
Location: Desire, Upper Ninth Ward
Status: Active charter high school (rebuilt 2016)
Mascot: Rams
Colors: Orange & Green
Location: Desire, Upper Ninth Ward
Status: Active charter high school (rebuilt 2016)
Reunion News & Alumni
The Ramily runs deep. Follow Carver’s alumni community for reunion dates, class gatherings, and news — and check back here for updates.
