Serving 305 students in grades 6-12, Carter G. Woodson Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter G. Woodson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Carter G. Woodson Academy's student population of 305 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carter G. Woodson Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter G. Woodson Academy is 0.42, which is less 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
#543 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
75%
11%
White
6%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter G. Woodson Academy's ranking?
Carter G. Woodson Academy is ranked #543 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Carter G. Woodson Academy often compared to?
Carter G. Woodson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jessie M Clark Middle School, Crawford Middle School, Morton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Carter G. Woodson Academy?
305 students attend Carter G. Woodson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carter G. Woodson Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter G. Woodson Academy?
Carter G. Woodson Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter G. Woodson Academy offer ?
Carter G. Woodson Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter G. Woodson Academy part of?
Carter G. Woodson Academy is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter G. Woodson Academy located?
Carter G. Woodson Academy is located in the Hamburg Area neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hamburg Area.
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