WOODSON PARK ACADEMY

Woodson Park Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 622 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Woodson Park Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Woodson Park Academy, located in the Grove Park neighborhood of Atlanta, is a unique public school that operates through a partnership between Atlanta Public Schools and the Purpose Built Schools Atlanta network. The academy serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, emphasizing a "cradle-to-career" approach to education. By integrating rigorous academic standards with a focus on social-emotional learning, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and provide students in the surrounding community with high-quality educational opportunities, personalized instruction, and a strong support system.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Woodson Park Academy is designed to function as a community hub that addresses the holistic needs of its students and their families. The school benefits from extended learning time, smaller class sizes, and a dedicated staff focused on preparing students for high school success and beyond. By prioritizing family engagement and fostering a culture of high expectations, the academy strives to be a transformative force in the local neighborhood, ensuring that every student is equipped with the skills and confidence necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact Woodson Park Academy at (404) 802-7750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.