Excellent
#27 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 1% in state
Woodside Avenue School
Elementary School · Franklin Lakes School District
305 Woodside Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#27 of 2,466
In Franklin Lakes
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Franklin Lakes School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodside Avenue School
Woodside Avenue School is a public elementary school in Franklin Lakes, NJ, part of Franklin Lakes School District. Woodside Avenue School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodside Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Woodside Avenue School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Woodside Avenue School — Students at Woodside Avenue School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Woodside Avenue School Compares
See how Woodside Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
305 Woodside Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodside Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Ramsey), with a very similar rating. Another option is High Mountain Road School (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, George Washington School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mahwah), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Franklin Lakes, see our Franklin Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,184
Median Home Value
$1,218,500
Median Rent
$3,328/mo
Population
11,035
College Educated
78.8%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
36.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
46.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodside Avenue School
What grades does Woodside Avenue School serve?
Woodside Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodside Avenue School?
Woodside Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodside Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodside Avenue School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodside Avenue School rank in NJ?
Woodside Avenue School ranks #27 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Woodside Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodside Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Woodside Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodside Avenue School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodside Avenue School a charter school?
No, Woodside Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodside Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Woodside Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodside Avenue School?
1.1% of students at Woodside Avenue 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (201) 891-5600
Resources & Links
District
Franklin Lakes School District- District Enrollment
- 1,200
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,743
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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