Needs Improvement
#1739 of 1,851 schools in VA
Woodbrook Elementary
Elementary School · Albemarle County Public Schools
100 Woodbrook Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,739 of 1,851
In Charlottesville
#25 of 25
public schools
In district
#24 of 24
Albemarle County Public Schools
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Woodbrook Elementary
Woodbrook Elementary is a public elementary school in Charlottesville, VA, part of Albemarle County Public Schools. Woodbrook Elementary serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,739 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodbrook Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Woodbrook Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Woodbrook Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Woodbrook Elementary — Students at Woodbrook Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.2/10.
How Woodbrook Elementary Compares
See how Woodbrook Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Woodbrook Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodbrook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hollymead Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBEMARLE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLOTTESVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlottesville, see our Charlottesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Agnor-Hurt Elementary Charlottesville | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Greenbrier Elementary Charlottesville | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Charlottesville | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charlottesville | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Charlottesville High Charlottesville | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Albemarle High Charlottesville | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Hollymead Elementary Charlottesville | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ELK HILL CHARLOTTESVILLE SCHOOL Charlottesville | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ALBEMARLE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY Charlottesville | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Walker Upper Elementary Charlottesville | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Lakeside Middle Charlottesville | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Mary Carr Greer Elementary Charlottesville | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Journey Middle Charlottesville | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 2.9 mi | — |
| CENTER FOR ADOLESCENT AND ADULT AUTISM SERVICES Charlottesville | 3.1 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Charlottesville | 3.4 mi | — |
| Community Lab School Charlottesville | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| GENERATIONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 3.3 mi | — |
| Jackson P. Burley Middle Charlottesville | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Burnley-Moran Elementary Charlottesville | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,154
Median Home Value
$473,500
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
36,922
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Graham Road Elementary Falls Church, VA | 3.2 |
| Guilford Elementary Sterling, VA | 3.2 |
| Skipwith Elementary Richmond, VA | 3.2 |
| Spotsylvania Elementary Spotsylvania, VA | 3.2 |
| Sudley Elementary Manassas, VA | 3.2 |
| Sully Elementary Sterling, VA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodbrook Elementary
What grades does Woodbrook Elementary serve?
Woodbrook Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Woodbrook Elementary?
Woodbrook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodbrook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodbrook Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodbrook Elementary rank in VA?
Woodbrook Elementary ranks #1,739 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Woodbrook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Woodbrook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbrook Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodbrook Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodbrook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodbrook Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodbrook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodbrook Elementary?
81.7% of students at Woodbrook Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Albemarle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (434) 973-6600
Resources & Links
District
Albemarle County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,808
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,536
- District Rank
- #24 of 24
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