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#4675 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Woodrow Wilson Elementary
Elementary School · Colton Joint Unified
750 South Eighth St., Colton, CA 92324
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,675 of 9,539
In Colton
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#9 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Woodrow Wilson Elementary
Woodrow Wilson Elementary is a public elementary school in Colton, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. Woodrow Wilson Elementary serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,675 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Woodrow Wilson Elementary runs 23.6:1 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.
54% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary — Students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.8/10.
How Woodrow Wilson Elementary Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
750 South Eighth St., Colton, CA 92324
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ulysses Grant Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Paul Rogers Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Terrace View Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Grand Terrace), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Colton, see our Colton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colton High Colton | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Mojave River Academy - National Trails Oro Grande | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Ulysses Grant Elementary Colton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Sierra School of East Valley Colton | 1.1 mi | — |
| Washington High Colton | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Terrace View Elementary Grand Terrace | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Grand Terrace Elementary Grand Terrace | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Colton Middle Colton | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Colton | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Paul Rogers Elementary Colton | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| William McKinley Elementary Colton | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Terrace Hills Middle Grand Terrace | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Cooley Ranch Elementary Colton | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Urbita Elementary San Bernardino | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| San Bernardino County Special Education San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Middle College High San Bernardino | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Grand Terrace High Sch at the Ray Abril Jr. Edal Complex Grand Terrace | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Precious Hearts Academy San Bernardino | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,419
Median Home Value
$413,100
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,049
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Elementary
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elementary serve?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodrow Wilson Elementary rank in CA?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary ranks #4,675 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
90.0% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5015
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #9 of 27
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