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Woodholme Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 820 students

 
 
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5 stars

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Posted June 4, 2013

I thank God for Woodholme. Three out of four of my children attend Woodholme. The BEST!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 30, 2011

My daughter completed Kindergarten at Woodholme and the school is excellent. My daughter could already read before starting school. They placed her in an advanced reading course that meets each week. The facilities are newer, class sizes are smaller, and the teachers are motivated and really care about the kids. Parental involvement in activities and PTA is also commendable. One of the 5th grade teachers just won the Millken award (one of 55 educators in the nation for 2011) and $25,000 for great teaching. What more can I say?
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 17, 2010

I have been very pleased with this elementary school. This is my daughter's last year there and she's been there since the opening of the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

As a volunteer I can appreciate the diversity of students that this school has. Also - the faculty is extemely dedicated and friendly. I love working here!!!


Posted July 4, 2009

I am extremely impressed by Woodholme Elementary School's rigorous curriculum. The principals and teachers set extremely high goals for each student. I currently have one child attending this school. However, I had two older children to attend Woodholme in the past. I am sure all the teachers are doing a great job but I would like to thank for following: Mrs. Hasler, Ms. Cooper, Mrs. DeWeese, Mrs. Gay and Mr. Taylor! Sincerely, Mrs. Jones
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 10, 2008

Woodholme is truly a phenomenal school! My son has been attending since Kindergarten when the school opened in 2005 and we have been pleased ever since! My stepdaughter started Kindergarten this year and so far so good, as we expected. The academic program is challenging, but the teachers make it fun and the kids are excited to learn. I am proud to serve on the PTA Exec. Board this year and as always the PTA continues to play a large role in helping support the school, staff, students, and families. My family and I are moving out of state this coming year and the only real concern I have is that we may not find a school that compares to the high standards we've become accustoned to at Woodholme! -Sad to Go
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 6, 2008

The MSA scores speak for themselves! The teachers are top notch and always available by email. The school is a child centered school. The principal is an excellent leader and she is highly organized which trickles down. I have 2 sons in the school, one of whom may have written the earlier review wihtout my knowledge... They love school and I often find getting up early and getting ready for school in anticipation of a great day. I can't say enough about this school. It is definitely like getting the best private school for free. The curriculum is demanding and there is a lot of homework!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 18, 2008

me and my little brother love this school we learn alot at this school its not only just learning by sitting and answer question sometimes we will have multiplucation challenges and we play games that help us learn how to spell i know kids would love this school
—Submitted by a student


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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94%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

125 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2012.

123 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
100%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

123 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
93%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2012.

138 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
57%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 76% 36%
Asian 8% 6%
White 6% 43%
Two or more races 5% 3%
Hispanic 4% 12%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 1% 0%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 42%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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300 Mt Wilson Ln
Baltimore, MD 21208
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