Serving 1,436 students in grades 1-3, Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 1,436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Woodland Elementary School's student population of 1,436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
1,436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
42%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Elementary School is ranked #598 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
1,436 students attend Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Woodland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Elementary School?
Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Woodland Elementary School part of?
Woodland Elementary School is part of Woodland CCSD 50 School District.
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