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William Woodruff School
Elementary School · Berkeley Heights School District
BRIARWOOD DR WEST, Berkeley Hts, NJ 07922
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,942 of 2,466
In Berkeley Hts
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Berkeley Heights School District
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About William Woodruff School
William Woodruff School is a public elementary school in Berkeley Hts, NJ, part of Berkeley Heights School District. William Woodruff School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Woodruff School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,942 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for William Woodruff School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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William Woodruff School — Students at William Woodruff School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NJ 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: 4.6/10.
How William Woodruff School Compares
See how William Woodruff School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BRIARWOOD DR WEST, Berkeley Hts, NJ 07922
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Woodruff School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayberry School (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Watchung), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salt Brook School (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby New Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary Kay McMillin Early Childhood Center (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Berkeley Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berkeley Hts, see our Berkeley Hts schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BERKELEY HEIGHTS Berkeley Heights | 0.1 mi | — |
| FLEXSCHOOL Berkeley Heights | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| FLEX SCHOOL Berkeley Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas P. Hughes School Berkeley Hts | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Columbia Middle School Berkeley Hts | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Allen W. Roberts School New Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Mary Kay McMillin Early Childhood Center Berkeley Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SUMMIT SPEECH SCHOOL New Providence | 1.3 mi | — |
| New Providence High School New Providence | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| New Providence Middle School New Providence | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Mountain Park School Berkeley Hts | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bayberry School Watchung | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Developmental Learning Center New Providence New Providence | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Gillette Elementary School Gillette | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Governor Livingston High School Berkeley Heights | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Southern Boulevard School Chatham | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Salt Brook School New Providence | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Chatham High School Chatham | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST BARTHOLOMEW ACADEMY Scotch Plains | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Lafayette Avenue School Chatham | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07922 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,006
Median Home Value
$697,000
Median Rent
$1,986/mo
Population
11,971
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
95.9%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
48.2
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| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Newark, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Woodruff School
What grades does William Woodruff School serve?
William Woodruff School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend William Woodruff School?
William Woodruff School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Woodruff School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Woodruff School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Woodruff School rank in NJ?
William Woodruff School ranks #1,942 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is William Woodruff School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Woodruff School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 William Woodruff School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Woodruff School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is William Woodruff School a charter school?
No, William Woodruff School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Woodruff School a Title I school?
No, William Woodruff School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Woodruff School?
1.2% of students at William Woodruff 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (908) 464-1723
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Heights School District- District Enrollment
- 2,441
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,242
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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