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#655 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 35% in state

Woodside High

High School · Newport News City Public Schools

13450 Woodside Lane, Newport News, VA 23608

Enrollment

1,810

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#655 of 1,851

In Newport News

#2 of 39

public schools

In district

#3 of 40

Newport News City Public Schools

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Woodside High

7.2/10

High School in Newport News · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodside High

Woodside High is a public high school in Newport News, VA, part of Newport News City Public Schools. Woodside High serves approximately 1,810 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #655 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodside High show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation17.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,082
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Woodside High — Students at Woodside High score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 89.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
87%
2017
ELA
90%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
86%
2025
Math
83%
ELA
85%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Woodside High Compares

See how Woodside High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in VA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
110 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
17.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

13450 Woodside Lane, Newport News, VA 23608

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. York High (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grafton High (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, York River Academy (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News 0.2 mi 2.8
Richneck Elementary Newport News 1.2 mi 3.6
DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News 1.7 mi
George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News 1.8 mi 2.5
Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News 1.7 mi 3.8
Yorktown Elementary Yorktown 2.0 mi 6.7
Mary Passage Middle Newport News 2.1 mi 4.5
Denbigh Early Childhood Center Newport News 1.9 mi 3.4
York High Yorktown 2.5 mi 9.1
York River Academy Yorktown 2.5 mi 7.9
David A. Dutrow Elementary Newport News 2.6 mi 4.6
Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News 2.8 mi 3.5
General Stanford Elementary Ft. Eustis 2.8 mi 7.3
Stoney Run Elementary Newport News 3.2 mi 2.9
Yorktown Middle Yorktown 3.6 mi 7.3
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DENBIGH CHILD DEVT CENTER AND Newport News 3.7 mi
Denbigh High Newport News 3.5 mi 5.8
Grafton Middle Yorktown 3.0 mi 7.7
Grafton High Yorktown 3.1 mi 8.6
Knollwood Meadows Elementary Newport News 3.8 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,556

Median Home Value

$243,300

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

43,841

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

51.4%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodside High

What grades does Woodside High serve?

Woodside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Woodside High?

Woodside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,810 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodside High?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodside High is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodside High rank in VA?

Woodside High ranks #655 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Woodside High's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Woodside High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodside High has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodside High a charter school?

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

Is Woodside High a Title I school?

No, Woodside High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodside High?

94.4% of students at Woodside High 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
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,810
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
110
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Newport News city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Newport News City Public Schools
District Enrollment
26,183
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,082
District Rank
#3 of 40

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