Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura Woodward Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laura Woodward Elementary School serves the southern part of Delaware, OH, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laura Woodward Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laura Woodward Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Woodward Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
68%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Woodward Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Woodward Elementary School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Laura Woodward Elementary School often compared to?
Laura Woodward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Conger Elementary School, Cheshire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Laura Woodward Elementary School?
621 students attend Laura Woodward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Laura Woodward Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Woodward Elementary School?
Laura Woodward Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laura Woodward Elementary School offer ?
Laura Woodward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Woodward Elementary School part of?
Laura Woodward Elementary School is part of Delaware City School District.
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