Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wood School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 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
Diversity
School Overview
Wood School's student population of 546 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wolves
School Rankings
Wood School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
48%
Black
22%
6%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood School's ranking?
Wood School is ranked #1139 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wood School often compared to?
Wood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carminati School, Holdeman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wood School?
546 students attend Wood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wood School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wood School?
Wood School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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