Serving 680 students in grades 7-8, Will C. Wood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Will C. Wood Middle serves the eastern part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school's location to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Will C. Wood Middle School's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Once a Spartan, always a Spartan!
School Rankings
Will C. Wood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Will C. Wood Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6777 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will C. Wood Middle School's ranking?
Will C. Wood Middle School is ranked #6777 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Will C. Wood Middle School?
680 students attend Will C. Wood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Will C. Wood Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Will C. Wood Middle School?
Will C. Wood Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Will C. Wood Middle School offer ?
Will C. Wood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Will C. Wood Middle School part of?
Will C. Wood Middle School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Will C. Wood Middle School located?
Will C. Wood Middle School is located in the Southeastern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 20 other public schools located in Southeastern Sacramento.
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