Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Woodland School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Elementary serves a central area within its school district in Southwick, MA, encompassing approximately 64.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.5 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland School's student population of 324 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Woodland School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)65-69%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)60-64%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Woodland School often compared to?
Woodland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland, Powder Mill School, Munger Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% MA state average).
How many students attend Woodland School?
324 students attend Woodland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Woodland School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland School?
Woodland School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woodland School offer ?
Woodland School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodland School part of?
Woodland School is part of Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District.
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