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#532 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 22% in state

Woodland School

Elementary School · Monroe Township School District

42 Harrison Ave, Monroe Township, NJ 08831

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#532 of 2,466

In Monroe Township

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Monroe Township School District

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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7.7/10

Elementary School in Monroe Township · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodland School

Woodland School is a public elementary school in Monroe Township, NJ, part of Monroe Township School District. Woodland School serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #532 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Woodland School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,594
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

Woodland School — Students at Woodland School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
91%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
53.2%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
58%
ELA
65.8%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Woodland School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

42 Harrison Ave, Monroe Township, NJ 08831

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frost Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Monroe Township, see our Monroe Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HOP TO IT Monroe Township 0.6 mi
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Spotswood 0.7 mi 5.6
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood 0.9 mi 3.7
Mill Lake Monroe Twp 1.0 mi 5.6
Spotswood High School Spotswood 1.3 mi 5.9
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 1.4 mi 5.2
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 1.7 mi 4.1
Jonas Salk Middle School Old Bridge 1.4 mi 7.8
CROSSROADS EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Brunswick 2.1 mi
Raymond E. Voorhees Elementary School Old Bridge 1.7 mi 5.2
Academy Learning Center Monroe Township 2.1 mi 5.9
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 2.3 mi 9.1
Hatikvah International Academy Charter School East Brunswick 2.3 mi 6.2
Bowne-Munro Elementary School East Brunswick 2.5 mi 9.3
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 2.8 mi 6.8
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 2.9 mi 6.9
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 2.5 mi 6.0
William A. Miller Elementary School Old Bridge 2.8 mi 4.8
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 3.3 mi 8.6
Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp 3.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,741

Median Home Value

$489,700

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

54,608

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

89.6%

Avg Commute

39.7 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

54.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland School

What grades does Woodland School serve?

Woodland School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Woodland School?

Woodland School has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland School rank in NJ?

Woodland School ranks #532 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Woodland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodland School a charter school?

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

Is Woodland School a Title I school?

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

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

12.7% of students at Woodland 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

District

Monroe Township School District
District Enrollment
6,906
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,594
District Rank
#2 of 8

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