Very Good
#754 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 33% in state
Woodson Park Academy School
Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools
1605 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#754 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#46 of 136
public schools
In district
#28 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodson Park Academy School
Woodson Park Academy School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Woodson Park Academy School serves approximately 878 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodson Park Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #754 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodson Park Academy School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Woodson Park Academy School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
54% of students at Woodson Park Academy School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Woodson Park Academy School — Students at Woodson Park Academy School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Woodson Park Academy School Compares
See how Woodson Park Academy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1605 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodson Park Academy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Atlanta Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Strive Primary Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Lewis Invictus Academy Atlanta | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY Atlanta | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| William M.Boyd Elementary School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| KIPP WAYS Academy Charter School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Kipp WAYS Primary Charter School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| F. L. Stanton Elementary School Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ALPHABET HOUSE Atlanta | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE HOWARD SCHOOL Atlanta | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Booker T. Washington High School Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| M. A. Jones Elementary School Atlanta | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| GREATER ATLANTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Kipp Strive Charter School Atlanta | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP Strive Primary Charter School Atlanta | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Westside Atlanta Charter School Atlanta | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| DAR-UN-NOOR ATLANTA SCIENCE ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,222
Median Home Value
$395,100
Median Rent
$1,702/mo
Population
58,651
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annistown Elementary School Snellville, GA | 7.2 |
| Ball Ground Elementary School Ball Ground, GA | 7.2 |
| Cottrell Elementary School Dahlonega, GA | 7.2 |
| Crisp County Primary School Cordele, GA | 7.2 |
| John Robert Lewis Elementary School Brookhaven, GA | 7.2 |
| Lincoln County Elementary School Lincolnton, GA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodson Park Academy School
What grades does Woodson Park Academy School serve?
Woodson Park Academy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Woodson Park Academy School?
Woodson Park Academy School has an enrollment of approximately 878 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodson Park Academy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodson Park Academy School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodson Park Academy School rank in GA?
Woodson Park Academy School ranks #754 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Woodson Park Academy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodson Park Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Woodson Park Academy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodson Park Academy School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Woodson Park Academy School a charter school?
No, Woodson Park Academy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodson Park Academy School a Title I school?
No, Woodson Park Academy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodson Park Academy School?
100.0% of students at Woodson Park Academy School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 878
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.0%
- Phone
- (404) 802-7750
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #28 of 86
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