Serving 29 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 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodsbend Youth Development Center's student population of 29 students has grown by 52% 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
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcat
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 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. 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
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
35%
11%
White
48%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
29 students attend Woodsbend Youth Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Woodsbend Youth Development Center students are White, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodsbend Youth Development Center?
Woodsbend Youth Development Center has a student ration of 10:1, 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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