Serving 191 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Woodward Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Woodward Elementary School's student population of 191 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodward Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#895 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodward Elementary School's ranking?
Woodward Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Woodward Elementary School often compared to?
Woodward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Woodward Elementary School?
191 students attend Woodward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Woodward Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodward Elementary School?
Woodward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodward Elementary School offer ?
Woodward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Woodward Elementary School part of?
Woodward Elementary School is part of Keystone Central School District.
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