Excellent
#209 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 12% in state
Wood End Elementary School
Elementary School · Reading
85 Sunset Rock Lane, Reading, MA 01867
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#209 of 1,793
In Reading
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Reading
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Wood End Elementary School
Elementary School in Reading · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wood End Elementary School
Wood End Elementary School is a public elementary school in Reading, MA, part of Reading. Wood End Elementary School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wood End Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wood End Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Wood End Elementary School — Students at Wood End Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA 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: 9.2/10.
How Wood End Elementary School Compares
See how Wood End Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85 Sunset Rock Lane, Reading, MA 01867
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wood End Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E Ethel Little School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Reading), which scores slightly higher. Another option is J Warren Killam (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Joshua Eaton (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Birch Meadow Reading | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| E Ethel Little School North Reading | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading | 1.8 mi | — |
| Walter S Parker Middle Reading | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Alice M Barrows Reading | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Woburn Street Wilmington | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| North Reading Middle North Reading | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| North Reading High North Reading | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| L D Batchelder North Reading | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Wilmington High Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| North Intermediate Wilmington | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| J Turner Hood North Reading | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,407
Median Home Value
$741,100
Median Rent
$1,722/mo
Population
25,474
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston, MA | 8.5 |
| Liberty Braintree, MA | 8.5 |
| Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield, MA | 8.5 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury, MA | 8.5 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wood End Elementary School
What grades does Wood End Elementary School serve?
Wood End Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wood End Elementary School?
Wood End Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wood End Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wood End Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wood End Elementary School rank in MA?
Wood End Elementary School ranks #209 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wood End Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wood End Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Wood End Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wood End Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wood End Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wood End Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wood End Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wood End Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (781) 942-5420
Resources & Links
District
Reading- District Enrollment
- 3,850
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,138
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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