The top reported proficiency rate is 59% in English language arts. The lowest is 38% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Woodbury Heights Elementary
Woodbury Heights Elementary serves children from preschool through sixth grade in a small, single-school district in Gloucester County. The school is the only public elementary option within the borough of Woodbury Heights, so nearly every local child in these grades attends here. The student body is small. Most students are white, with a notable share of Hispanic and multiracial students and smaller numbers of Black and Asian students. A moderate share of families qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The school is a regular public school and is not a charter or magnet.
Academically, this school performs solidly relative to other districts in Gloucester County. When you average the proficiency rates across all tested subjects and grades, the school lands in the top quarter of the county. Tested students show stronger results in English language arts than in math or science. In ELA, the majority of students in grades four, five, and six met or exceeded the state standard in the most recent testing year. Math results are more uneven: a little more than half of third and fifth graders met the standard, while fourth grade dipped lower, and sixth grade fell close to the midpoint. Science, tested only in fifth grade, had a weaker result, with about a third of students reaching proficiency. A parent may want to ask the school how it addresses science instruction and what supports are available in math for the grades that show lower attainment. Because the school stops at grade six, there is no high school graduation rate to report, and the school does not offer AP, dual-credit, or career pathways—those are not expected at this grade band.
The school environment is quiet and neighborhood-focused. The borough of Woodbury Heights is a small residential community with a modest housing stock. Home values in the area have risen over the past year, reflecting broader trends in the region. Gloucester County’s housing market has shown steady demand, with homes moving relatively quickly and listing prices holding around the mid-range for the Philadelphia metro area. Families moving here are often looking for a walkable small-town setting with proximity to commuter routes, not a large school system.
Civil-rights data, discipline records, chronic absenteeism rates, and staffing information were not available in the provided data, so a full picture of school climate and student support systems is incomplete. A parent may want to request this information directly from the district. Similarly, the share of students with disabilities and English learners was not reported, though the school serves a predominantly English-speaking population.
What this school offers is a straightforward, community-rooted elementary experience with academic results that compare favorably to other districts in the county, particularly in reading. The small enrollment means classes are modest in size, and families can expect a familiar setting where most children know each other. The district itself is a single building, which often means less administrative complexity and more direct contact between parents and school staff. For families who value a compact, neighborhood school with a track record of above-average performance in the local context, Woodbury Heights Elementary is a reasonable fit. Those concerned about science achievement or who want a broader array of enrichment programs may want to explore what the school offers beyond the core subjects, which was not detailed here.
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