Best Schools in Woodside, California
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Woodside by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kings Mountain Elementary
Elementary · Cabrillo Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Woodside Elementary
Elementary · Woodside Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Woodside High
High · Sequoia Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Woodside for 2026 are Kings Mountain Elementary (9.1/10), Woodside Elementary (8.9/10), and Woodside High (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +19.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Woodside schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Woodside
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kings Mountain Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Woodside Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Woodside High | 8.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.7/10
- Median household income
- $233,333
- Median home value
- $2,000,001
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 68%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Woodside compares
California rank
#1 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$233k
234% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Woodside, California
Woodside, California is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Woodside perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Woodside is Kings Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Woodside is served by 3 school districts: Cabrillo Unified, Sequoia Union High, Woodside Elementary. These districts collectively serve 11,583 students.
Woodside's community shows 68% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $233,333. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 367 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,646 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Schools in Woodside
Woodside, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$233,333
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,885/mo
Population
25,944
College Educated
68%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Woodside has a median household income of $233,333. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,885/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Woodside, California
How many schools are in Woodside, California?
Woodside has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Woodside, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Woodside is 8.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Woodside, California?
The top-ranked school in Woodside on MySchoolScout is Kings Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Woodside, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Woodside on MySchoolScout is Kings Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Woodside, California?
The top-ranked high school in Woodside on MySchoolScout is Woodside High with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Woodside, California?
Woodside is served by 3 school districts: Cabrillo Unified, Sequoia Union High, Woodside Elementary.
What is the education level in Woodside, California?
According to Census data, 68% of adults in Woodside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Woodside, California?
The median household income in Woodside is approximately $233,333 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Woodside, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Woodside is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Woodside, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.