Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Elementary serves the east part of its school district in Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland Elementary School's student population of 609 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
25%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
34%
12%
White
24%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Elementary School is ranked #477 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Woodland Elementary School often compared to?
Woodland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elm Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
609 students attend Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Woodland Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Elementary School?
Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland Elementary School part of?
Woodland Elementary School is part of Osseo Public School District.
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