Woodward EL Sch

Woodward El Sch is a public elementary school in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, serving students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Its 187 students work with teachers at a 13.4-to-1 ratio, a class size that keeps instruction focused and gives teachers the room to respond to individual learning needs before gaps compound. The school earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10, rated Exceptional.

The 9.8 growth score is what distinguishes it — growth measures annual student progress independent of starting ability, and 9.8 puts Woodward near the very top of that metric statewide. Academic performance comes in at 8.5, signaling that strong fundamentals back the growth numbers. Statewide, Woodward ranks 51st out of 2,842 public schools in Pennsylvania and 45th among the state's 1,625 elementary schools, outperforming 98% of Pennsylvania schools.

It holds the top rank among Lock Haven's two public elementary schools. For parents evaluating elementary options in Lock Haven, that combination of high academic scores and exceptional student growth makes Woodward one of the strongest early-grade programs in Pennsylvania.

With an enrollment of 187 students, Woodward EL Sch is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Woodward EL Sch may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.