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School Report CardHigh SchoolMemphis-Shelby County Schools

Wooddale High

Shelby County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

1.5 / 5.0

D1.5 / 5.0
Below Average

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Wooddale High earned an overall grade of D with a score of 1.5 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of high schools in Shelby County. The school ranks #210 out of 236 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.1.

This rating indicates that Wooddale High is facing significant challenges in meeting the state's accountability standards and may benefit from targeted support and intervention.

Needs ImprovementFNeeds ImprovementFAverageCAbove AverageB

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

30% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

10% weight

Above Average

B
4.0/ 5.0

Evaluates how well a school prepares students for life after graduation through ACT scores, graduation rates, and career readiness.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

F 50%
F 30%
C 10%
B 10%

The final score of 1.5 is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 11.4% of students at Wooddale High demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in ELA (High) at 18.4%, while Social Studies (High) at 6.1% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (High): 18.4% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 9.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (High): 6.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Wooddale High shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.3 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

4.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Numeracy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Science

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Social Studies

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 9.9% of all students at Wooddale High demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
9.9%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
11.3%

Below the proficiency benchmark

English Learners
5.1%

Below the proficiency benchmark

College & Career Readiness

Metrics that measure how well students are prepared for postsecondary success.

College and career readiness is a critical indicator of long-term student outcomes. Wooddale High reports a ready graduate rate of <5%.

Overall Rate
60.8%

Strong performance

ACT Ready
<5%

Reported metric

Postsecondary
59.4

Reported metric

Industry Cert
<5%

Reported metric

Military Ready
7.8%

Area for improvement

How Does Wooddale High Compare?

Overall score compared to the Shelby County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 1.5, Wooddale High is below the Shelby County average of 3.1 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 236 schools in Shelby County, this school holds the #210 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wooddale High’s performance data.

What grade did Wooddale High receive?
Wooddale High received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 1.5 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and college and career readiness indicators.
How does Wooddale High compare to other Shelby County schools?
Wooddale High ranks #210 out of 236 schools in Shelby County. The county average score is 3.1, and Wooddale High’s score of 1.5 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Wooddale High?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Wooddale High’s average growth score of 2.3 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Wooddale High above or below the state average?
Wooddale High’s score of 1.5 is below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Wooddale High?
The highest proficiency rate is in ELA (High) at 18.4%, while the lowest is in Social Studies (High) at 6.1%. Across all 3 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 11.4%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year