Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodland Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Acres Elementary serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland Acres Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Woodland Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Acres Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2519 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
89%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Acres Elementary School is ranked #2519 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Woodland Acres Elementary School?
458 students attend Woodland Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Woodland Acres Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Acres Elementary School?
Woodland Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodland Acres Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Woodland Acres Elementary School part of?
Woodland Acres Elementary School is part of Galena Park Independent School District.
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