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#2227 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 47% in state

Woodland Elementary School

Elementary School · EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

100 SPARTAN WAY, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Enrollment

311

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,227 of 4,742

In East Syracuse

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Woodland Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in East Syracuse · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodland Elementary School

Woodland Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Syracuse, NY, part of EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodland Elementary School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,227 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Woodland 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 Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,123
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Woodland Elementary School — Students at Woodland Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
49.8%
ELA
62.5%
2022
Math
53.3%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Woodland Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Location

100 SPARTAN WAY, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAYETTEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Syracuse, see our East Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PINE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.1 mi 5.9
EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.4 mi 7.7
FREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.8 mi 5.3
MINOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minoa 1.1 mi 4.5
BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 1.9 mi 6.2
CREATIVE ENVIRONMENT DAY SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.3 mi
EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 2.7 mi 3.4
MOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.7 mi 7.8
WELLWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.8 mi 7.7
PARK HILL SCHOOL East Syracuse 3.0 mi 3.1
FAYETTEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 4.0 mi 8.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.9 mi 5.2
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt 4.1 mi 8.5
MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt 3.8 mi 7.1
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 3.8 mi 5.7
MANLIUS PEBBLE HILL SCHOOL Syracuse 4.1 mi 7.3
THE NEW SCHOOL Syracuse 4.4 mi 5.3
ONONDAGA-CORTLAND-MADISON BOCES Syracuse 4.1 mi 5.0
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamesville 4.5 mi 7.5
HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 4.2 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,908

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$990/mo

Population

14,476

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Elementary School

What grades does Woodland Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?

Woodland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Elementary School rank in NY?

Woodland Elementary School ranks #2,227 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Woodland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodland Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

48.2% of students at Woodland 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

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