Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wood School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wood School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wood School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1215 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
61%
47%
Black
14%
6%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood School's ranking?
Wood School is ranked #1215 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wood School?
499 students attend Wood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wood School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wood School?
Wood School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wood School offer ?
Wood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wood School part of?
Wood School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Wood School located?
Wood School is located in the Pepperwood neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Pepperwood.
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