Will C. Wood Middle School

Wood Middle School in Alameda gets an A- on Niche.

There are about 600 students at Will C Wood Middle School in Alameda.

Wood Middle School in Alameda has an A+ on diversity on Niche.

Wood Middle School in Alameda will be demolished in 2024 and totally reconstructed.

Wood Middle School in Alameda has a large playing field and running track in back.

Wood Middle School in Alameda sits just next to the San Francisco Bay.

Will C. Wood Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8

420 Grand St, Alameda, CA

South Shore Neighborhood

Alameda Unified School District

3.5

4.1

575 Students

A-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Cammie Harris

Student Teacher Ratio
22:1

Math Proficiency
39%

Reading Proficiency
59%

A-

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

59%

Math Proficiency

39%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 22:1 Teachers 27	Full Time Teachers 27
Teachers in First or Second Year 6.2%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

307:1

Student Diversity

Male 49.9%	Female 49.4%
Asian 24.1%	Hispanic 21.7%
White 21.7%	Two or more races 12.4%
Black 6.7%	Filipino 6.5%
Pacific Islander <1%	Native American <1%

School Rankings

#34 Most Diverse Public MS in California

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0

11/6/2024

W school. This is the best school of all time. My friend John goes to this school and he is a genius with an IQ score of 271.

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2.0 parent

6/3/2025

Wood faces significant challenges with student behavior and administrative oversight, resulting in an unsafe and disruptive environment. A small group of students repeatedly engages in violent and disruptive behavior, including physical altercations in classrooms that have injured teachers and targe...

5.0 parent

8/14/2024

Great staff, talented teaching pool: our 6th grader exceeded math standards last year; started concert band, loves his English, History and PE teachers. Astronomy night is always a hit! Recommend this middle school!

1.0 parent

4/26/2024

"This school is a total disappointment. The communication from staff is abysmal, with important messages often lost or ignored. The teachers seem more interested in enforcing strict rules than nurturing students' growth and curiosity. The extracurricular activities are practically non-existent, leav...

5.0 parent

2/17/2024

My child has flourished in this school balancing extracurricular activities in and outside of school and getting good grades. Some teachers are very engaged and seem to provide a comprehensive curriculum within their respective subjects.

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List Price Range

$405K - $4.1M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$1,238,996

Median Lot Size

4,791 Sq Ft

% Renters

54%

Average Household Income

$145,045

% of College Grads

58.5%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,782 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

58.0%

Homes for Sale

$1,200,000

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2,164 Sq Ft

1953 Grand St
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1401 Cottage St
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Jose Cerda-Zein

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3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,744 Sq Ft

2315 Stanford St
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,105 Sq Ft

2315 Stanford St
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Plan 5 introduces a seamless mix of social spaces and self-care places across a clever, three-story townhome design. Dream up your ideal nook with a ground-floor flex space complete with an enclosed bathroom. With two sun-sprinkled decks on the upper levels, the beauty of indoor-outdoor living is at...

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2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,462 Sq Ft

2315 Stanford St
Unit 36493619

Soak in the sea breeze with Plan One, featuring second-story decks and light-filled great rooms. And with a versatile space on the third floor, this two-bedroom townhome offers all the right spaces for every home happening.

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3 Beds
4 Baths
2,087 Sq Ft

1953 Grand St
Unit 36899423

Welcome to Residence 3 at Skyline by Trumark Homes, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, and approximately 2,087 sq ft. This well-designed four-story layout seamlessly blends comfort and functionality. The first floor features a flexible space along with a powder room. The second floor is ...

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3.5 Baths
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Welcome to Residence 5 at Skyline, which offers approximately 1,972 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space across four levels. The entry-level features a bedroom with an en-suite full bath. The second floor showcases an open-concept layout with a modern kitchen featuring premium Bosch applian...

$419,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
920 Sq Ft

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Daniel Ripper Compass

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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,125 Sq Ft

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New 29 days ago

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$1,269,990

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,189 Sq Ft

2315 Stanford St
Unit 36492636

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3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,200 Sq Ft

2315 Stanford St
Unit 36492231

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1 Bed
1 Bath
798 Sq Ft

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Studio - 3 Beds
1-3 Baths
560+ Sq Ft

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9th to 12th
Public

A+

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9th to 12th
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Baseball/Softball
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Trails

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Tennis

Mariners Lagoon Picnic Area

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Trails

Neptune Park

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Towata Park

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Parking Lot

Longfellow Park

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Trails
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Parking Lot

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California Alameda County Alameda 94501 South Shore

Will C. Wood Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Alameda, CA and is served by the Alameda Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 575 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 39% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Will C. Wood Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,238,996. Discover additional schools in the area, like Alameda Science and Technology Institute, Alameda High School, Encinal Junior/Senior High, and more. Learn more about what Alameda has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Will C. Wood Middle School.

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