Serving 863 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Woodson Park Academy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodson Park Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woodson Park Academy School's student population of 863 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodson Park Academy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodson Park Academy School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2183 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodson Park Academy School's ranking?
Woodson Park Academy School is ranked #2183 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Woodson Park Academy School?
863 students attend Woodson Park Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Woodson Park Academy School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodson Park Academy School?
Woodson Park Academy School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodson Park Academy School offer ?
Woodson Park Academy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Woodson Park Academy School part of?
Woodson Park Academy School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodson Park Academy School located?
Woodson Park Academy School is located in the Grove Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Grove Park.
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