Needs Improvement
#8858 of 9,539 schools in CA
Woodside Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
761 San Simeon Dr., Concord, CA 94518
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,858 of 9,539
In Concord
#16 of 23
public schools
In district
#36 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Woodside Elementary
Elementary School in Concord · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Woodside Elementary
Woodside Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Woodside Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Woodside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,858 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Woodside Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Woodside Elementary runs 24.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Woodside Elementary — Students at Woodside Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.5/10.
How Woodside Elementary Compares
See how Woodside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
761 San Simeon Dr., Concord, CA 94518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valle Verde Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHCREEK ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI (rated 4.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valle Verde Elementary Walnut Creek | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Concord | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Saint Francis of Assisi Concord | 0.5 mi | — |
| Ygnacio Valley High Concord | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SPRINGFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | — |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF WALNUT CREEK Walnut Creek | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| De La Salle High School of Concord Concord | 0.8 mi | — |
| CORE EDUCATION ACADEMY Concord | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Ygnacio Valley Elementary Concord | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CORE Education Academy Concord | 0.9 mi | — |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 0.9 mi | — |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Foothill Middle Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHCREEK ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS Concord | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| NorthCreek Academy Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center, Inc.-Valley Campus Concord | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,406
Median Home Value
$826,500
Median Rent
$2,290/mo
Population
27,743
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.4
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| Alpaugh Elementary Alpaugh, CA | 3.7 |
| Anderson Valley Elementary Boonville, CA | 3.7 |
| Chapman Elementary Chico, CA | 3.7 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, CA | 3.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido, CA | 3.7 |
| H. W. Harkness Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodside Elementary
What grades does Woodside Elementary serve?
Woodside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodside Elementary?
Woodside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodside Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodside Elementary rank in CA?
Woodside Elementary ranks #8,858 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Woodside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Woodside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodside Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Woodside Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodside Elementary?
41.3% of students at Woodside 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
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (925) 689-7671
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #36 of 47
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