Serving 424 students in grades 3-5, Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Woodland Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Elementary School is ranked #881 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woodland Elementary School often compared to?
Woodland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Elementary School, Albert Cassens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
424 students attend Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Woodland Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Elementary School?
Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Woodland Elementary School part of?
Woodland Elementary School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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