Excellent
#72 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 4% in state
Woodville School
Elementary School · Wakefield
30 Farm Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#72 of 1,793
In Wakefield
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Wakefield
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Woodville School
Elementary School in Wakefield · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Woodville School
Woodville School is a public elementary school in Wakefield, MA, part of Wakefield. Woodville School serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodville School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Woodville School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Woodville School — Students at Woodville School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 52 test records from MA 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: 9.9/10.
How Woodville School Compares
See how Woodville School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Farm Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walton (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Winthrop (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Melrose), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dolbeare (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Walton Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Summer Street Lynnfield | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Winthrop Melrose | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,419
Median Home Value
$670,100
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
Population
27,258
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridge Lexington, MA | 9.2 |
| Carlisle School Carlisle, MA | 9.2 |
| John A Bishop Arlington, MA | 9.2 |
| Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead, MA | 9.2 |
| Morse Cambridge, MA | 9.2 |
| Pine Grove Rowley, MA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodville School
What grades does Woodville School serve?
Woodville School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Woodville School?
Woodville School has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodville School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodville School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodville School rank in MA?
Woodville School ranks #72 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Woodville School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Woodville School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodville School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodville School a charter school?
No, Woodville School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodville School a Title I school?
No, Woodville School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.6%
- Phone
- (781) 246-6469
Resources & Links
District
Wakefield- District Enrollment
- 3,365
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,976
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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