Excellent
#1498 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Will C. Wood Middle
Middle School · Alameda Unified
420 Grand St., Alameda, CA 94501
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,498 of 9,539
In Alameda
#8 of 18
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Alameda Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Will C. Wood Middle
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About Will C. Wood Middle
Will C. Wood Middle is a public middle school in Alameda, CA, part of Alameda Unified. Will C.
Wood Middle serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Will C. Wood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,498 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Will C. Wood Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Will C. Wood Middle runs 23.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Will C. Wood Middle — Students at Will C. Wood Middle score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Will C. Wood Middle Compares
See how Will C. Wood Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
420 Grand St., Alameda, CA 94501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Will C. Wood Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Alameda Science and Technology Institute (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Maya Lin (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alameda High (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alameda, see our Alameda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary Alameda | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Alameda | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alameda | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Alameda | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Joseph Elementary Alameda | 0.5 mi | — |
| THE PHILLIPS ACADEMY Alameda | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Love Elementary Alameda | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Maya Lin Alameda | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| THE CHILD UNIQUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alameda | 0.9 mi | — |
| The Child Unique Montessori School/Montessori Elementary School of Alameda Alameda | 0.9 mi | — |
| DA VINCI CENTER FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Alameda | 0.9 mi | — |
| BAYSIDE MONTESSORI ASSOCIATION Alameda | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alameda High Alameda | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ALAMEDA Alameda | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bay Farm Alameda | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| William G. Paden Elementary Alameda | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Island High (Continuation) Alameda | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Frank Otis Elementary Alameda | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| EnCompass Four Corners School Alameda | 1.5 mi | — |
| Alameda Science and Technology Institute Alameda | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$1,213,100
Median Rent
$2,362/mo
Population
63,517
College Educated
58.1%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Will C. Wood Middle
What grades does Will C. Wood Middle serve?
Will C. Wood Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Will C. Wood Middle?
Will C. Wood Middle has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Will C. Wood Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Will C. Wood Middle is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Will C. Wood Middle rank in CA?
Will C. Wood Middle ranks #1,498 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Will C. Wood Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Will C. Wood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Will C. Wood Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Will C. Wood Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Will C. Wood Middle a charter school?
No, Will C. Wood Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Will C. Wood Middle a Title I school?
No, Will C. Wood Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Will C. Wood Middle?
57.5% of students at Will C. Wood Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 603
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.4%
- Phone
- (510) 748-4015
Resources & Links
District
Alameda Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,061
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,957
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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