Cary Woods Elementary School, a New Jersey high school in Auburn, served grades PK–2 with 466 students and a 16:1 student–teacher ratio as of 2023; enrollment has declined from 541 students in 2017 to 466 most recently.
The school's math proficiency was 45%, higher than the state average of 30% in 2023, though down from 74% in 2019; reading proficiency was 68%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment comprised 55% of students, with notable demographic diversity including 64 Asian/Pacific Islander and 62 Hispanic students; free lunch eligibility increased from 27% in 2019 to 37% in 2023.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, with 94% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%, reflecting stable academic outcomes in this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 98%
- Reading Proficiency: 98%
- Attendance Zone: Cary Woods Elementary School serves the northern part of Auburn, AL, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cary Woods Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cary Woods Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)98%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)98%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cary Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Cary Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dean Road Elementary School, Auburn Early Education Center, Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Cary Woods Elementary School?
439 students attend Cary Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Cary Woods Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cary Woods Elementary School?
Cary Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cary Woods Elementary School offer ?
Cary Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cary Woods Elementary School part of?
Cary Woods Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cary Woods Elementary School located?
Cary Woods Elementary School is located in the Cary Woods neighborhood of Auburn, AL.
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