Serving 737 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Woodson Park School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodson Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodson Park School's student population of 737 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodson Park School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodson Park School is 0.10, 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
#2126 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodson Park School's ranking?
Woodson Park School is ranked #2126 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Woodson Park School?
737 students attend Woodson Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Woodson Park School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodson Park School?
Woodson Park School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodson Park School offer ?
Woodson Park School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Woodson Park School part of?
Woodson Park School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodson Park School located?
Woodson Park School is located in the Grove Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Grove Park.
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