Serving 316 students in grades 6-12, Carter G. Woodson Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter G. Woodson Academy's student population of 316 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate, motivate, and activate the potential for excellence that lies within every male.
School Rankings
Carter G. Woodson Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter G. Woodson Academy is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
75%
11%
White
6%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter G. Woodson Academy's ranking?
Carter G. Woodson Academy is ranked #642 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Carter G. Woodson Academy often compared to?
Carter G. Woodson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Crawford Middle School, Morton Middle School, Jessie M Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Carter G. Woodson Academy?
316 students attend Carter G. Woodson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carter G. Woodson Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter G. Woodson Academy?
Carter G. Woodson Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter G. Woodson Academy offer ?
Carter G. Woodson Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carter G. Woodson Academy part of?
Carter G. Woodson Academy is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter G. Woodson Academy located?
Carter G. Woodson Academy is located in the Hamburg Area neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hamburg Area.
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