At a glance
Reported students
485
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
22.22
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina other enrollment
47th percentile
Compared with 137 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
485
Carter G. Woodson School: 485 reported students.
State peer staffing position
90th percentile
21.8:1 reported; state peer median 14.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 426
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.2:1
What the reported data says about Carter G. Woodson School
Carter G. Woodson School is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Winston-Salem. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Carter G Woodson School. NCES reports 485 students for 2024–25.
Among 137 combined / other schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 569 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 47th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.8:1, above the North Carolina median of 14.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (60%) and Black (37.9%). English learners represent 28.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports computer science. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Carter G. Woodson School
- 1How do the reported 21.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 22.22 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 28.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 98.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0%
- Hispanic60%
- Black37.9%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Carter G. Woodson School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street Academy High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 06–12 | 63 | 0.5 mi |
| Easton Elementary School Elementary · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | PK–05 | 504 | 0.9 mi |
| Hospital/Homebound Education Center Other · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | KG–12 | 0 | 3 mi |
| Quality Education Academy Other · Charter · Quality Education Academy | KG–12 | 776 | 5.9 mi |
| NC Leadership Charter Academy Other · Charter · NC Leadership Charter Academy | KG–12 | 1,209 | 6.8 mi |
| Kingswood School Other · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | PK–12 | 9 | 8.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Carter G. Woodson School
What grades does Carter G. Woodson School serve?
Carter G. Woodson School reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Carter G Woodson School.
How many students attend Carter G. Woodson School?
Carter G. Woodson School reported 485 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 47th percentile among 137 North Carolina combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 426 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Carter G. Woodson School?
The calculated ratio is 21.8:1, based on 485 students and 22.22 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 14.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Carter G. Woodson School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Carter G. Woodson School is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Carter G. Woodson School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
98.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Carter G. Woodson School in?
Carter G. Woodson School is part of Carter G Woodson School, based in Winston-Salem, NC, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Carter G. Woodson School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Main Street Academy (0.5 mi), Easton Elementary School (0.9 mi), Hospital/Homebound Education Center (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.