Serving 829 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School's student population of 829 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School is 0.59, 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
#3316 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
45%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School's ranking?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School is ranked #3316 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School?
829 students attend Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School offer ?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School part of?
Dr Carter G Woodson K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
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I attended Van Buren Jr. High between 1966-1969. All my teachers were wonderful, like Mrs. Vaccaro. I went on to graduate first in my class at the University of Florida and became an attorney. My time at Van Buren was the best of my life.
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