Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Woods Elementary School serves the northern part of Arvada, CO, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Woods Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
West Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Woods Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Woods Elementary School's ranking?
West Woods Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are West Woods Elementary School often compared to?
West Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmount Elementary School, Meiklejohn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend West Woods Elementary School?
542 students attend West Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Woods Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Woods Elementary School?
West Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Woods Elementary School offer ?
West Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Woods Elementary School part of?
West Woods Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is West Woods Elementary School located?
West Woods Elementary School is located in the Meadows At Westwoods neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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