Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Lloyd Wood Education Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lloyd Wood Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lloyd Wood Education Center's student population of 242 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lloyd Wood Education Center ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lloyd Wood Education Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
33%
32%
White
59%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lloyd Wood Education Center's ranking?
Lloyd Wood Education Center is ranked #315 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lloyd Wood Education Center?
The graduation rate of Lloyd Wood Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lloyd Wood Education Center?
242 students attend Lloyd Wood Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lloyd Wood Education Center students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lloyd Wood Education Center?
Lloyd Wood Education Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lloyd Wood Education Center offer ?
Lloyd Wood Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Lloyd Wood Education Center part of?
Lloyd Wood Education Center is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
School Reviews
Review Lloyd Wood Education Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
