Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodside Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Preparing Students to be College, Career, and Life Ready!
School Rankings
Woodside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodside Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2181 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
69%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodside Elementary School's ranking?
Woodside Elementary School is ranked #2181 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Woodside Elementary School often compared to?
Woodside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukazoo Elementary School, Lakeshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Woodside Elementary School?
455 students attend Woodside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Woodside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodside Elementary School?
Woodside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodside Elementary School offer ?
Woodside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodside Elementary School part of?
Woodside Elementary School is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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