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Very Good

#810 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 33% in state

Woodbine Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodbine School District

801 WEBSTER STREET, Woodbine, NJ 08270

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#810 of 2,466

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Woodbine Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Woodbine · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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8.3/10

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About Woodbine Elementary School

Woodbine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Woodbine, NJ, part of Woodbine School District. Woodbine Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #810 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Woodbine Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Woodbine Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Woodbine Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Woodbine Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,996
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Woodbine Elementary School — Students at Woodbine Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
10.5%
ELA
19.5%
2025
Math
14.7%
ELA
29%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Woodbine Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Location

801 WEBSTER STREET, Woodbine, NJ 08270

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Harbor Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Stone Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dennis Township Primary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ocean Academy (rated 8.1/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Woodbine, see our Woodbine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Dennis Township Elementary/Middle Schools Cape May Court House 2.5 mi 5.0
Dennis Township Primary School Cape May Court House 4.7 mi 8.3
FAMILIES UNITED NETWORK ACADEMY Ocean View 4.7 mi 6.7
Upper Township Middle School Petersburg 4.9 mi 8.0
BISHOP MCHUGH REGIONAL CATHOLIC Cape May Court House 6.0 mi 6.7
Cape May County Technical High School Cape May Court House 9.1 mi 4.1
Cape May County High School Cape May Court House 9.3 mi 5.9
Ocean Academy Cape May Court House 9.3 mi 8.1
Estell Manor Elementary School Estell Manor 10.0 mi 6.3
Middle Township Elementary #1 Cape May Court House 10.8 mi 5.6
Middle Township Elementary #2 Cape May Court House 11.0 mi 5.0
Middle Township High School Cape May Court House 11.0 mi 4.9
Middle Township Elementary #4 Cape May Court House 11.1 mi 6.4
Avalon Elementary School Avalon 10.8 mi 6.6
Weymouth Township Elementary School Dorothy 11.8 mi 7.9
Upper Township Elementary School Marmora 9.4 mi 6.9
Upper Township Primary School Marmora 9.4 mi 4.9
Maurice River Township School Port Elizabeth 10.1 mi 7.2
CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House 12.4 mi 6.7
Stone Harbor Elementary School Stone Harbor 12.8 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,033

Median Home Value

$298,800

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

8,239

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbine Elementary School

What grades does Woodbine Elementary School serve?

Woodbine Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Woodbine Elementary School?

Woodbine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbine Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbine Elementary School rank in NJ?

Woodbine Elementary School ranks #810 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Woodbine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Woodbine Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbine Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodbine Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodbine Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

79.0% of students at Woodbine 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Cape May County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

Woodbine School District
District Enrollment
264
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,996
District Rank
#1 of 1

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