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#3915 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Woodrow Wilson Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson Elementary
43 Miriam St., Daly City, CA 94014
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,915 of 9,539
In Daly City
#10 of 20
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Jefferson Elementary
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary
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About Woodrow Wilson Elementary
Woodrow Wilson Elementary is a public elementary school in Daly City, CA, part of Jefferson Elementary. Woodrow Wilson Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,915 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Woodrow Wilson Elementary runs 20.5:1 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.
43% 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 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Woodrow Wilson Elementary Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
43 Miriam St., Daly City, CA 94014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ortega (Jose) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby San Francisco), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Colma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Daly City | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson High Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Hilldale School Daly City | 0.6 mi | — |
| HILLDALE SCHOOL Daly City | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Sheridan Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Ortega (Jose) Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Thornton High Daly City | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Daly City | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| The Brandeis School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Westlake Elementary Daly City | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Garden Village Elementary Colma | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Daly City | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| KZV Armenian School San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| KZV ARMENIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$979,500
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.1
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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 5th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary is 20.5:1. 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 #3,915 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% 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?
61.0% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.7%
- Phone
- (650) 991-1255
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,922
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,819
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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