Serving 522 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 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter G. Woodson School's student population of 522 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Carter G. Woodson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter G. Woodson School is 0.51, 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
#2454 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
60%
21%
Black
37%
25%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
68%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter G. Woodson School's ranking?
Carter G. Woodson School is ranked #2454 out of 2,617 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% 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 86%.
How many students attend Carter G. Woodson School?
522 students attend Carter G. Woodson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Carter G. Woodson School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter G. Woodson School?
Carter G. Woodson School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter G. Woodson School offer ?
Carter G. Woodson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter G. Woodson School part of?
Carter G. Woodson School is part of Carter G Woodson School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2024
This school will grow your child, academically while serving the whole student. Students are able to grow and are inspired by teachers that actually care about them. I'm proud to say my children are students at Carter G. Woodson School because of the positive impact it has had on the lives of my children.
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