Cary Woods Elementary School

715 SANDERS ST AUBURN AL 36830

About Cary Woods Elementary School

Cary Woods Elementary School in Auburn has a strong emphasis on early childhood education and provides a high level of education for kindergarten through second grade. Part of the Auburn City Schools district, the school is a product of the district's commitment to high expectations and high performance throughout Alabama. There is exceptional growth in academics, both in math and reading, with excellent teachers and some incredible, innovative literacy programs, such as the recently launched "CWES Certified Reader," where students meet local leaders. The school is committed to maintaining safe facilities, providing information to parents, and is supported by the community, which creates an engaging environment for these children to learn. Families typically consider it one of the best elementary schools in Alabama.

Contact Information

Address

715 SANDERS ST AUBURN AL 36830

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Phone

(334) 887-4940

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 43%
Reading 43%
State average proficiency is 43% in Math and 43% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
466
Total Students
$61156
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 102 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Cary Woods Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

102

of 146 in Alabama

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM - 2:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 45.5%
Asian 13.7%
Hispanic 13.3%
Black 21.7%
Two+ Races 5.6%
Native Am. 0%
White
45.5%
Asian
13.7%
Hispanic
13.3%
Black
21.7%
Two+ Races
5.6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 466
43%
200 Female
57%
266 Male

Student Population

466 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

498 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Cary Woods Elementary continues inspiring excellence, keeping families informed through its website and ParentSquare app, highlighting academics, community, and student success.

FAQ

Q: Does Cary Woods Elementary have a school mascot?

A: Yes, Cary Woods Elementary has a school mascot that reflects school spirit and pride.

Q: How does Cary Woods Elementary incorporate technology into the classroom?

A: The school uses technology through the use of interactive whiteboards, tablets, and software to enhance learning.

Q: Are there opportunities for students to participate in music or drama productions?

A: Yes, Cary Woods Elementary has music and drama programs for students to showcase their talents.

Q: Does Cary Woods Elementary have a student council?

A: Yes, the school has a student council that gives students opportunities to develop leadership skills and represent their student body.

Q: How does Cary Woods Elementary promote healthy eating habits?

A: The school promotes nutrition education and encourages healthy eating choices among students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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