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Woodridge School

Elementary School · Cranston

401 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI 02920

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#223 of 302

In Cranston

#15 of 24

public schools

In district

#14 of 22

Cranston

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Woodridge School

5.1/10

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

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About Woodridge School

Woodridge School is a public elementary school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Woodridge School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Woodridge School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,253
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Woodridge School — Students at Woodridge School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
47%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Woodridge School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in RI
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Location

401 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI 02920

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodridge School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden City School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stadium School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stone Hill School (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MISS LEE ANNS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Cranston 0.6 mi
Garden City School Cranston 0.8 mi 8.0
Eden Park School Cranston 0.7 mi 5.0
Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston 1.0 mi 4.1
George J. Peters School Cranston 1.0 mi 4.6
Cranston High School West Cranston 0.9 mi 7.4
Glen Hills School Cranston 1.2 mi 5.5
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston 1.2 mi 6.4
Western Hills Middle School Cranston 1.0 mi 5.0
Stadium School Cranston 1.3 mi 7.1
Arlington School Cranston 1.5 mi 3.0
Cranston High School East Cranston 1.2 mi 6.1
Cranston Early Learning Center Cranston 1.5 mi 5.5
Gladstone Street School Cranston 1.9 mi 4.0
Stone Hill School Cranston 1.7 mi 6.6
W. R. Dutemple School Cranston 1.6 mi 4.1
PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILD CARE CENTER Warwick 1.7 mi 6.4
Achievement First Iluminar Cranston 2.1 mi 3.0
AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston 2.1 mi 6.4
Thornton School Johnston 2.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,246

Median Home Value

$336,900

Median Rent

$1,271/mo

Population

36,332

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodridge School

What grades does Woodridge School serve?

Woodridge School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodridge School?

Woodridge School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodridge School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodridge School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodridge School rank in RI?

Woodridge School ranks #223 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Woodridge School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Woodridge School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodridge School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodridge School a charter school?

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

Is Woodridge School a Title I school?

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

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

28.8% of students at Woodridge 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

Cranston
District Enrollment
10,126
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,253
District Rank
#14 of 22

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