West Woodland Elementary School

5601 4 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98107
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10/
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Top 5%
Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 5% in WA
  • : 77% (Top 5%)
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • : West Woodland Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Woodland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

West Woodland Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

West Woodland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Woodland Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#60 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

77%
41%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

86%
53%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

90-94%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
8%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
7%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
69%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
14%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
31%
0.50

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
20.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
West Woodland Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are West Woodland Elementary School often compared to?
West Woodland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B F Day Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend West Woodland Elementary School?
355 students attend West Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of West Woodland Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Woodland Elementary School?
West Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Woodland Elementary School offer ?
West Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Woodland Elementary School part of?
West Woodland Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is West Woodland Elementary School located?
West Woodland Elementary School is located in the West Woodland neighborhood of Seattle, WA.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 355 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 77% (Top 5%)
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • : West Woodland Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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