Serving 23 students in grades 6-12, Woodsbend Youth Development Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Woodsbend Youth Development Center encompasses the entire school district in West Liberty, KY, covering approximately 383.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edges of the zone reaching up to 20.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodsbend Youth Development Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Woodsbend Youth Development Center's student population of 23 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
23 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodsbend Youth Development Center ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodsbend Youth Development Center is 0.65, which is more 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
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodsbend Youth Development Center's ranking?
Woodsbend Youth Development Center is ranked #296 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Woodsbend Youth Development Center?
23 students attend Woodsbend Youth Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Woodsbend Youth Development Center students are Black, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodsbend Youth Development Center?
Woodsbend Youth Development Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Woodsbend Youth Development Center offer ?
Woodsbend Youth Development Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodsbend Youth Development Center part of?
Woodsbend Youth Development Center is part of Morgan County School District.
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