Below Average
#7480 of 9,539 schools in CA
Wood Ranch Elementary
Elementary School · Simi Valley Unified
455 Cir. Knoll Dr., Simi Valley, CA 93065
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,480 of 9,539
In Simi Valley
#27 of 40
public schools
In district
#15 of 27
Simi Valley Unified
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Wood Ranch Elementary
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About Wood Ranch Elementary
Wood Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in Simi Valley, CA, part of Simi Valley Unified. Wood Ranch Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wood Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,480 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wood Ranch Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wood Ranch Elementary runs 24.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Wood Ranch Elementary — Students at Wood Ranch Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Wood Ranch Elementary Compares
See how Wood Ranch Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
455 Cir. Knoll Dr., Simi Valley, CA 93065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wood Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lang Ranch (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Thousand Oaks), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madera Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIMI VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Simi Valley, see our Simi Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,893
Median Home Value
$759,700
Median Rent
$2,612/mo
Population
72,585
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wood Ranch Elementary
What grades does Wood Ranch Elementary serve?
Wood Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Wood Ranch Elementary?
Wood Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wood Ranch Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wood Ranch Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wood Ranch Elementary rank in CA?
Wood Ranch Elementary ranks #7,480 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wood Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wood Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wood Ranch Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wood Ranch Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wood Ranch Elementary a charter school?
No, Wood Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wood Ranch Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wood Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wood Ranch Elementary?
29.7% of students at Wood Ranch Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (805) 520-6370
Resources & Links
District
Simi Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,677
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,369
- District Rank
- #15 of 27
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