Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Carter G. Woodson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter G. Woodson School's student population of 425 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carter G. Woodson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter G. Woodson School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2284 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
59%
20%
Black
39%
25%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter G. Woodson School's ranking?
Carter G. Woodson School is ranked #2284 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Carter G. Woodson School often compared to?
Carter G. Woodson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Career Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carter G. Woodson School?
The graduation rate of Carter G. Woodson School is 40-59%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Carter G. Woodson School?
425 students attend Carter G. Woodson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Carter G. Woodson School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter G. Woodson School?
Carter G. Woodson School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carter G. Woodson School offer ?
Carter G. Woodson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Carter G. Woodson School part of?
Carter G. Woodson School is part of Carter G Woodson School District.
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