WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Woodland Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Plainfield Public School District school district, located in PLAINFIELD, NJ with about 213 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Woodland Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Woodland Elementary School, located on Central Street in Plainfield, New Jersey, serves as a foundational academic institution for the local community. As part of the Plainfield Public School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and character development for its diverse student population. The school’s mission focuses on preparing young learners for future success by balancing rigorous core curriculum standards with social-emotional growth, aiming to equip students with the essential skills needed to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

Beyond its academic focus, Woodland Elementary plays a vital role in the social fabric of the Plainfield area. The school prioritizes family and community engagement, encouraging parents and guardians to take an active role in their children's educational journeys through various school programs and events. By providing a structured and inclusive atmosphere, Woodland Elementary strives to cultivate a sense of belonging among its students while promoting academic excellence and lifelong learning habits within a safe and nurturing environment.

For more information, contact Woodland Elementary School at (908) 731-4290 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

730 CENTRAL STREET
PLAINFIELD, NJ 07062
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WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PLAINFIELD, NJ with about 213 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
213
Teachers:
17.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 213 students

Hispanic/Latino
60.6%
Black or African American
35.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.9%
Asian
1.4%
White
0.5%
Two or more races
0.5%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.