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#1938 of 2,268 schools in GA

Woodridge Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

4120 Cedar Ridge Trl, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Enrollment

416

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,938 of 2,268

In Stone Mountain

#15 of 23

public schools

In district

#91 of 131

DeKalb County

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Woodridge Elementary School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Stone Mountain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodridge Elementary School

Woodridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Stone Mountain, GA, part of DeKalb County. Woodridge Elementary School serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,938 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodridge Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Woodridge Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism60.8%

Woodridge Elementary School — Students at Woodridge Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2024
Math
16.6%
ELA
20%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Woodridge Elementary School Compares

See how Woodridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
15th percentile in GA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4120 Cedar Ridge Trl, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DeKalb Brilliance Academy (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peachcrest Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Allgood Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School Decatur 0.6 mi 4.2
WINGS OF A DOVE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Decatur 0.9 mi 4.6
JOANNIE MARKS Stone Mountain 1.5 mi
DECATUR ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Stone Mountain 1.4 mi 5.0
Miller Grove Middle School Decatur 1.6 mi 2.5
Rowland Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.7 mi 4.8
Redan High School Stone Mountain 1.7 mi 3.3
Canby Lane Elementary School Decatur 1.8 mi 4.5
DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter Decatur 2.0 mi 5.5
Panola Way Elementary School Lithonia 2.0 mi 3.7
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.3 mi 4.9
Towers High School Decatur 2.1 mi 3.7
SHEKINAH GLORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur 2.3 mi
Allgood Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.6 mi 5.8
Freedom Middle School Stone Mountain 2.7 mi 4.9
DeKalb Brilliance Academy Atlanta 2.8 mi 7.2
HOWARD SCHOLARS ACADEMY Decatur 2.8 mi 3.9
Redan Middle School Lithonia 2.5 mi 4.2
Rainbow Elementary School Decatur 2.9 mi 4.8
Peachcrest Elementary School Decatur 2.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,162

Median Home Value

$221,400

Median Rent

$1,356/mo

Population

62,941

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodridge Elementary School

What grades does Woodridge Elementary School serve?

Woodridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodridge Elementary School?

Woodridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodridge Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodridge Elementary School rank in GA?

Woodridge Elementary School ranks #1,938 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Woodridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Woodridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodridge Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodridge Elementary School a charter school?

No, Woodridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodridge Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Woodridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodridge Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Woodridge Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.8%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#91 of 131

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