Serving 878 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Woodson Park Academy 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 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodson Park Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woodson Park Academy School's student population of 878 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Woodson Park Academy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodson Park Academy School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2183 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
92%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodson Park Academy School's ranking?
Woodson Park Academy School is ranked #2183 out of 2,204 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Woodson Park Academy School?
878 students attend Woodson Park Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Woodson Park Academy School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodson Park Academy School?
Woodson Park Academy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodson Park Academy School offer ?
Woodson Park Academy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodson Park Academy School part of?
Woodson Park Academy School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodson Park Academy School located?
Woodson Park Academy 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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