Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Woodson Elementary 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodson Elementary serves the west part of Corning, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 110.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodson Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A timeless place, exploring visions of the future, guiding all learners on a journey, as they honor the past, celebrate the present, and dream about the future.
School Rankings
Woodson Elementary 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 Woodson Elementary School is 0.40, which is less 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
#8740 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodson Elementary School's ranking?
Woodson Elementary School is ranked #8740 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Woodson Elementary School often compared to?
Woodson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Woodson Elementary School?
486 students attend Woodson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Woodson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodson Elementary School?
Woodson Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Woodson Elementary School offer ?
Woodson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Woodson Elementary School part of?
Woodson Elementary School is part of Corning Union Elementary School District.
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