Serving 417 students in grades 3-5, Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Elementary School serves the southwest part of Edwardsville, IL, covering an area of approximately 43.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Elementary School is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woodland Elementary School often compared to?
Woodland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Elementary School, Albert Cassens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
417 students attend Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Woodland Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Elementary School?
Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Woodland Elementary School part of?
Woodland Elementary School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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