Excellent
#424 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Woodside Elementary
Elementary School · Woodside Elementary
3195 Woodside Rd., Woodside, CA 94062
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#424 of 9,539
In Woodside
#2 of 3
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Woodside Elementary
Elementary School in Woodside · grades Kindergarten – 8th. 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 Woodside, CA, part of Woodside Elementary. Woodside Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodside Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Woodside Elementary — Students at Woodside Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 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: 8.2/10.
How Woodside Elementary Compares
See how Woodside 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
3195 Woodside Rd., Woodside, CA 94062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Lomitas Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Atherton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Roy Cloud Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roy Cloud Elementary Redwood City | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Woodside High Woodside | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| REDWOODS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHLDRN Redwood City | 2.1 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Middle Redwood City | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Henry Ford Elementary Redwood City | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| KUBO MONTESSORI Redwood City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Weingarten Children's Center Redwood City | 2.7 mi | — |
| WEINGARTEN CHILDRENS CENTER Redwood City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Redwood City | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood City | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| St. Pius Elementary Redwood City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Las Lomitas Elementary Atherton | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Orion Alternative Redwood City | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Canyon Oaks Youth Center Redwood City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Rocketship Redwood City Redwood City | 3.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Clifford Elementary Redwood City | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$233,333
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,885/mo
Population
25,944
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
44.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 8.9 |
| Allesandro Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodside Elementary
What grades does Woodside Elementary serve?
Woodside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Woodside Elementary?
Woodside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodside Elementary is 11.8:1. 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 #424 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Woodside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% 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?
8.4% 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (650) 851-1571
Resources & Links
District
Woodside Elementary- District Enrollment
- 367
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,531
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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