Serving 461 students in grades 7-8, John H. Woodson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John H. Woodson Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John H. Woodson Junior High School's student population of 461 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
John H. Woodson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John H. Woodson Junior High School is 0.45, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 25 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)88%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
66%
77%
White
n/a
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John H. Woodson Junior High School's ranking?
John H. Woodson Junior High School is ranked #21 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are John H. Woodson Junior High School often compared to?
John H. Woodson Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ricardo Richards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend John H. Woodson Junior High School?
461 students attend John H. Woodson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of John H. Woodson Junior High School students are Black, and 34% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John H. Woodson Junior High School?
John H. Woodson Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does John H. Woodson Junior High School offer ?
John H. Woodson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is John H. Woodson Junior High School part of?
John H. Woodson Junior High School is part of Saint Croix School District.
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