Woodland Elementary School

12709 S Smart Rd
Lees Summit, MO 64086
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 20% in MO
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Woodland Elementary serves the southeast part of the Lees Summit, MO school district, covering approximately 27.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Woodland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Woodland Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

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School Motto
Every day our school community exemplifies LSR7's proud tradition of supporting academic excellence, producing data-driven results and creating innovative, enriching opportunities for students.

School Rankings

Woodland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#370 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

54%
40%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

53%
43%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
9%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

White
79%
67%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
21%
0.37

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
12.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Green and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Woodland Elementary School often compared to?
Woodland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Hills Elementary School, Nashua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
423 students attend Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Woodland Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland Elementary School part of?
Woodland Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Woodland Elementary serves the southeast part of the Lees Summit, MO school district, covering approximately 27.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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