Serving 578 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Woodland Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Hills serves the southeast part of West Des Moines, IA, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Woodland Hills Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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School Calendar
School Motto
Making Connections + Growing Leaders
School Rankings
Woodland Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Hills Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Asian
16%
3%
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Hispanic
7%
14%
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Black
8%
7%
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White
61%
70%
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Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Hills Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Woodland Hills Elementary School?
578 students attend Woodland Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Woodland Hills Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Hills Elementary School?
Woodland Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodland Hills Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodland Hills Elementary School part of?
Woodland Hills Elementary School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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