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Woodside Elementary School

Elementary School · RSU 75/MSAD 75

42 Barrows Drive, Topsham, ME 04086

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#389 of 542

In Topsham

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

RSU 75/MSAD 75

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Woodside Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Topsham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Woodside Elementary School

Woodside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Topsham, ME, part of RSU 75/MSAD 75. Woodside Elementary School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Woodside Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • ME avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,828
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Woodside Elementary School — Students at Woodside Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
87%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Woodside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in ME
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Location

42 Barrows Drive, Topsham, ME 04086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Bath School (rated 9.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby West Bath), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kate Furbish Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brunswick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Topsham, see our Topsham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Williams-Cone School Topsham 0.5 mi 5.5
Mt Ararat High School Topsham 0.8 mi 7.5
Mt Ararat Middle School Topsham 1.2 mi 5.8
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brunswick 1.3 mi 6.4
Kate Furbish Elementary School Brunswick 1.3 mi 7.4
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary Brunswick 1.6 mi 7.3
Brunswick Jr High School Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.8
Brunswick High School Brunswick 3.4 mi 8.3
PATHWAYS MERRY MEETING CENTER Brunswick 3.3 mi
Bowdoin Central School Bowdoin 7.0 mi 7.0
Harpswell Community School Harpswell 7.1 mi 6.7
Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham 6.8 mi 6.6
West Bath School West Bath 5.6 mi 9.7
Philip W Sugg Middle School Lisbon Falls 6.9 mi 5.5
Lisbon High School Lisbon Falls 7.0 mi 6.3
LISBON FALLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lisbon Falls 7.4 mi 5.6
Morse High School Bath 6.8 mi 7.3
Mast Landing School Freeport 7.9 mi 7.3
Bath Middle School Bath 7.1 mi 6.0
Lisbon Community School Lisbon 8.6 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,356

Median Home Value

$327,700

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

9,644

College Educated

43.3%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

46.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ralph M Atwood Primary School Oakland, ME 5.4
Granite Street School Millinocket, ME 5.5
Helen Thompson School West Gardiner, ME 5.5
Raymond Elementary School Raymond, ME 5.5
Williams-Cone School Topsham, ME 5.5
Woolwich Central School Woolwich, ME 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodside Elementary School

What grades does Woodside Elementary School serve?

Woodside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodside Elementary School?

Woodside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodside Elementary School 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 School rank in ME?

Woodside Elementary School ranks #389 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Woodside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodside Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

18.2% of students at Woodside 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sagadahoc County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

RSU 75/MSAD 75
District Enrollment
2,342
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,828
District Rank
#7 of 7

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