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#1475 of 1,793 schools in MA

Woodland Academy

Elementary School · Worcester

93 Woodland Street, Worcester, MA 01610

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,475 of 1,793

In Worcester

#36 of 48

public schools

In district

#33 of 45

Worcester

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Woodland Academy

4.6/10

Elementary School in Worcester · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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About Woodland Academy

Woodland Academy is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Woodland Academy serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,475 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Academy show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Woodland Academy 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 Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.1 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Woodland Academy — Students at Woodland Academy score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 20.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2010
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2012
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
28.6%
ELA
29.4%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
6.6%
ELA
20.6%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
18.6%
2023
Math
17.3%
ELA
15.5%
2024
Math
16.8%
ELA
13.8%
2025
Math
19.5%
ELA
11.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Woodland Academy Compares

See how Woodland Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in MA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

Location

93 Woodland Street, Worcester, MA 01610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Goddard School/Science Technical (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbus Park (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Claremont Academy Worcester 0.0 mi 4.9
ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 0.2 mi 5.1
Canterbury Worcester 0.5 mi 4.7
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester 0.5 mi 4.5
Goddard School/Science Technical Worcester 0.5 mi 7.7
Head Start Worcester 0.5 mi 4.2
University Pk Campus School Worcester 0.6 mi 6.5
Chandler Elementary Community Worcester 0.6 mi 3.5
Columbus Park Worcester 0.7 mi 6.7
Doherty Memorial High Worcester 1.1 mi 6.4
Elm Park Community Worcester 1.2 mi 4.9
Midland Street Worcester 1.3 mi 4.5
Learning First Charter Public School Worcester 1.1 mi 5.0
OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 1.3 mi 5.8
May Street Worcester 1.4 mi 6.7
Gates Lane Worcester 1.5 mi 6.3
Union Hill School Worcester 1.4 mi 2.4
WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester 1.4 mi 7.1
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 1.8 mi 9.0
Chandler Magnet Worcester 1.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,757

Median Home Value

$279,100

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

28,719

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

16.3%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

34.8%

Median Age

26.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Academy

What grades does Woodland Academy serve?

Woodland Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Woodland Academy?

Woodland Academy has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Academy rank in MA?

Woodland Academy ranks #1,475 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Woodland Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Woodland Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Academy has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodland Academy a charter school?

No, Woodland Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodland Academy a Title I school?

No, Woodland Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

District

Worcester
District Enrollment
24,350
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,553
District Rank
#33 of 45

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