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#1524 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 32% in state

Woodglen Elementary School

Elementary School · CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

121 PHILLIPS HILL RD, New City, NY 10956

Enrollment

407

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,524 of 4,742

In New City

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#9 of 15

CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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7.2/10

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About Woodglen Elementary School

Woodglen Elementary School is a public elementary school in New City, NY, part of CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodglen Elementary School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodglen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Woodglen Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,785
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Woodglen Elementary School — Students at Woodglen Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY 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
66%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52.5%
ELA
61.8%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
45.3%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Woodglen Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in NY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

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

121 PHILLIPS HILL RD, New City, NY 10956

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodglen Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New City, see our New City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THE HEBREW ACADEMY OHR MENACHEM-CHABAD New City 0.6 mi 6.9
LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 0.8 mi 7.7
ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City 1.2 mi
NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.2 mi 7.1
ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City 1.4 mi 5.1
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New City 1.5 mi 7.9
OHR CHADASH OF MONSEY Pomona 1.7 mi
LINK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 2.1 mi 7.3
CLARKSTOWN NORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New City 1.8 mi 9.0
SUMMIT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.8 mi 3.7
LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 2.6 mi 8.1
FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 3.0 mi 6.6
FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 3.0 mi 7.7
FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 3.0 mi 7.6
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 2.4 mi 6.0
THIELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells 3.2 mi 3.6
ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack 3.2 mi 5.7
HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haverstraw 2.9 mi 4.0
MOSDOS SANZ KLAUSENBURG OF MONSEY - SITE 2 Spring Valley 3.0 mi 4.9
STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack 3.2 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$179,060

Median Home Value

$629,200

Median Rent

$2,256/mo

Population

31,420

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

93.9%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodglen Elementary School

What grades does Woodglen Elementary School serve?

Woodglen Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodglen Elementary School?

Woodglen Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodglen Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodglen Elementary School rank in NY?

Woodglen Elementary School ranks #1,524 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Woodglen Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodglen 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 Woodglen Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodglen Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodglen Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodglen Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

26.8% of students at Woodglen 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

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