Serving 113 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Woodland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodland Elementary School's student population of 113 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
113 students attend Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Woodland Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Elementary School?
Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Woodland Elementary School part of?
Woodland Elementary School is part of Baileyville School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodland Elementary School located?
Woodland Elementary School is located in the Woodland neighborhood of Baileyville, ME. There are 1 other public schools located in Woodland.
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