Serving 990 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School's student population of 990 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
990 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School is 0.60, 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
#3251 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
38%
Black
46%
21%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School's ranking?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School is ranked #3251 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School?
990 students attend Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School offer ?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School part of?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I attended Van Buren Jr. High between 1966-1969. All my teachers were wonderful, like Mrs. Vaccaro. I went on to graduate first in my class at the University of Florida and became an attorney. My time at Van Buren was the best of my life.
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