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#217 of 480 schools in NH

Top 45% in state

Woodbury School

Middle School · Salem School District

206 Main St., Salem, NH 03079

Enrollment

772

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#217 of 480

In Salem

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Salem School District

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Woodbury School

6.5/10

Middle School in Salem · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Woodbury School

Woodbury School is a public middle school in Salem, NH, part of Salem School District. Woodbury School serves approximately 772 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Woodbury School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above NH schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NH avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,909
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Woodbury School — Students at Woodbury School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
56%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Woodbury School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in NH
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

206 Main St., Salem, NH 03079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbury School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter Sch (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Methuen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Salem High School Salem 0.3 mi 7.0
SALEM KID START KINDERGARTEN Salem 0.5 mi
William E. Lancaster School Salem 0.6 mi 6.4
Salem Preschool Salem 0.8 mi 3.3
Mary A. Fisk Elementary School Salem 1.1 mi 6.3
Dr. L. F. Soule School Salem 1.5 mi 6.0
WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-SALEM Salem 1.6 mi
Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School Salem 1.6 mi 8.1
William T. Barron Elementary School Salem 1.8 mi 6.8
The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter Sch Salem 2.5 mi 8.4
North Salem Elementary School Salem 2.9 mi 7.3
MERRIMACK VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Salem 2.6 mi
Windham Academy Public Charter School Windham 2.7 mi 2.8
Comprehensive Grammar School Methuen 3.2 mi 5.3
GROWING YEARS LEARNING CENTER Methuen 2.9 mi
Marsh Grammar School Methuen 3.8 mi 6.5
Tenney Grammar School Methuen 4.0 mi 4.4
ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen 4.2 mi 4.7
Methuen High Methuen 4.1 mi 4.7
THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE Methuen 4.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,339

Median Home Value

$438,500

Median Rent

$1,487/mo

Population

30,646

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

44.5

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Amherst Middle School Amherst, NH 6.7
James Mastricola Upper Elementary School Merrimack, NH 6.2
Londonderry Middle School Londonderry, NH 6.9
Bow Memorial School Bow, NH 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbury School

What grades does Woodbury School serve?

Woodbury School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Woodbury School?

Woodbury School has an enrollment of approximately 772 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodbury School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbury School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbury School rank in NH?

Woodbury School ranks #217 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Woodbury School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Woodbury School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbury School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodbury School a charter school?

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

Is Woodbury School a Title I school?

No, Woodbury School is not currently a Title I school.

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

17.7% of students at Woodbury 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
772
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Salem School District
District Enrollment
3,558
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,909
District Rank
#4 of 8

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