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Woodridge Forest Middle

Middle School · NEW CANEY ISD

4540 WOODRIDGE PKWY, Porter, TX 77365

Enrollment

1,309

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,755 of 8,552

In Porter

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#6 of 19

NEW CANEY ISD

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Woodridge Forest Middle

6.1/10

Middle School in Porter · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodridge Forest Middle

Woodridge Forest Middle is a public middle school in Porter, TX, part of NEW CANEY ISD. Woodridge Forest Middle serves approximately 1,309 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodridge Forest Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,755 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Woodridge Forest Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,683
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Woodridge Forest Middle — Students at Woodridge Forest Middle score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
44.2%
ELA
49.6%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
53%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Woodridge Forest Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in TX
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

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

4540 WOODRIDGE PKWY, Porter, TX 77365

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodridge Forest Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CREEKWOOD MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Kingwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE VALLEY MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KINGWOOD MIDDLE (rated 5.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Kingwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Porter, see our Porter schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
KINGWOOD PARK H S Kingwood 0.8 mi 6.8
PORTER EL Porter 1.3 mi 4.2
ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingwood 1.3 mi 6.9
PORTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter 1.4 mi 5.0
JOSHUA 1:9 LEARNING CENTER Porter 1.3 mi 6.6
WOODLAND HILLS EL Kingwood 1.5 mi 6.0
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Kingwood 1.7 mi 2.8
KINGWOOD MIDDLE Kingwood 1.8 mi 5.4
ELM GROVE EL Kingwood 1.6 mi 5.3
KINGS MANOR EL Kingwood 1.8 mi 4.6
BEAR BRANCH EL Kingwood 1.9 mi 7.7
WHITE OAK MIDDLE Porter 2.0 mi 4.7
PINES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingwood 2.1 mi 8.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF KINGWOOD Kingwood 2.3 mi
BENS BRANCH EL Porter 2.2 mi 6.3
FOSTER EL Kingwood 2.5 mi 5.1
CREEKWOOD MIDDLE Kingwood 2.5 mi 7.2
PINE VALLEY MIDDLE Porter 2.8 mi 7.0
HIDDEN HOLLOW EL Kingwood 2.5 mi 6.8
INFINITY EARLY COLLEGE H S Porter 2.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,093

Median Home Value

$261,200

Median Rent

$1,381/mo

Population

43,025

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

80.9%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

34.8

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PERSHING MIDDLE Houston, TX 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodridge Forest Middle

What grades does Woodridge Forest Middle serve?

Woodridge Forest Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Woodridge Forest Middle?

Woodridge Forest Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodridge Forest Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodridge Forest Middle is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodridge Forest Middle rank in TX?

Woodridge Forest Middle ranks #4,755 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Woodridge Forest Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodridge Forest Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Forest Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodridge Forest Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Woodridge Forest Middle a charter school?

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

Is Woodridge Forest Middle a Title I school?

No, Woodridge Forest Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

61.5% of students at Woodridge Forest Middle 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,309
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

NEW CANEY ISD
District Enrollment
18,987
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,683
District Rank
#6 of 19

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