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#375 of 480 schools in NH

Woodland Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Laconia School District

225 Winter St. Ext., Laconia, NH 03246

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#375 of 480

In Laconia

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Laconia School District

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Woodland Heights Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Laconia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Laconia High School

5.2/10

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4.3/10

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About Woodland Heights Elementary School

Woodland Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Laconia, NH, part of Laconia School District. Woodland Heights Elementary School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Heights Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Woodland Heights Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

35% of students at Woodland Heights Elementary School 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 Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,025
Chronic Absenteeism34.7%

Woodland Heights Elementary School — Students at Woodland Heights Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.4% (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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Woodland Heights Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
22th percentile in NH
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

Location

225 Winter St. Ext., Laconia, NH 03246

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gilford Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Gilford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gilmanton Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Gilmanton Iw), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sanbornton Central School (rated 6.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Sanbornton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laconia, see our Laconia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Laconia High School Laconia 0.6 mi 5.2
Laconia Middle School Laconia 1.1 mi 4.3
Pleasant Street School Laconia 1.3 mi 5.2
Elm Street School Laconia 2.3 mi 3.8
Gilford Middle School Gilford 2.7 mi 7.1
Gilford High School Gilford 2.7 mi 6.9
Gilford Elementary School Gilford 2.9 mi 8.0
Belmont High School Belmont 5.4 mi 5.8
SAPLINGS A FOREST AND NATURE PRESCHOOL Sanbornton 4.2 mi
Belmont Elementary School Belmont 5.9 mi 4.2
Belmont Middle School Belmont 6.2 mi 5.8
LACONIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laconia 5.9 mi 6.7
Sanbornton Central School Sanbornton 6.8 mi 6.3
SPAULDING YOUTH CENTER Northfield 8.2 mi 4.7
Inter-Lakes High School Meredith 9.8 mi 7.8
Inter-Lakes Middle School Meredith 9.8 mi 4.5
Inter-Lakes Elementary School Meredith 9.8 mi 5.0
TILTON SCHOOL Tilton 8.9 mi 6.7
Gilmanton Elementary School Gilmanton Iw 9.5 mi 7.8
Compass Classical Academy Charter School (E) Northfield 9.1 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03246 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,407

Median Home Value

$307,800

Median Rent

$1,180/mo

Population

17,006

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

45

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Ossipee Central School Ctr. Ossipee, NH 4.7
Woodsville Elementary School Woodsville, NH 4.7
Alton Central School (Elem) Alton, NH 4.8
Bakersville School Manchester, NH 4.8
Maple Avenue School Claremont, NH 4.8
Mt. Caesar Elementary School E. Swanzey, NH 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Heights Elementary School

What grades does Woodland Heights Elementary School serve?

Woodland Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodland Heights Elementary School?

Woodland Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Heights Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Heights Elementary School rank in NH?

Woodland Heights Elementary School ranks #375 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Woodland Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Heights Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodland Heights Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

64.0% of students at Woodland Heights 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
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Belknap County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

District

Laconia School District
District Enrollment
1,824
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,025
District Rank
#3 of 5

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