Serving 112 students in grades 6-12, Woodson Center For Excellence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodson Center For Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Woodson Center For Excellence's student population of 112 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodson Center For Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodson Center For Excellence is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7935 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
27%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodson Center For Excellence's ranking?
Woodson Center For Excellence is ranked #7935 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodson Center For Excellence?
The graduation rate of Woodson Center For Excellence is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Woodson Center For Excellence?
112 students attend Woodson Center For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Woodson Center For Excellence students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodson Center For Excellence?
Woodson Center For Excellence has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodson Center For Excellence offer ?
Woodson Center For Excellence offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Woodson Center For Excellence part of?
Woodson Center For Excellence is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodson Center For Excellence located?
Woodson Center For Excellence is located in the North E Hwy 80 neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in North E Hwy 80.
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