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#265 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 15% in state

Based on limited data

Woodland Elementary School

Elementary School · Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah

7795 SOUTH BLACKSTONE PARKWAY, Aurora, CO 80016

Enrollment

459

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#265 of 1,815

In Aurora

#12 of 100

public schools

In district

#23 of 70

Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Woodland Elementary School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Aurora · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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7.2/10

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About Woodland Elementary School

Woodland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aurora, CO, part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah. Woodland Elementary School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.9Very Good60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.6% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,158
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Woodland Elementary School — Students at Woodland Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.2% (2025 CMAS)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (2025 CMAS)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 8 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

How Woodland Elementary School Compares

See how Woodland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
86th percentile in CO
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

7795 SOUTH BLACKSTONE PARKWAY, Aurora, CO 80016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Altitude Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Black Forest Hills Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mountain Vista Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Centennial), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Altitude Elementary School Aurora 0.6 mi 9.1
Fox Ridge Middle School Aurora 1.4 mi 7.2
Cherokee Trail High School Aurora 1.6 mi 8.4
Black Forest Hills Elementary School Aurora 1.7 mi 8.8
Pine Ridge Elementary School Aurora 2.2 mi 7.5
Coyote Hills Elementary School Aurora 2.3 mi 5.6
Infinity Middle School Aurora 3.6 mi 8.2
Buffalo Trail Elementary School Aurora 3.8 mi 5.8
Canyon Creek Elementary School Aurora 3.6 mi 5.4
Liberty Middle School Aurora 3.9 mi 5.4
Antelope Ridge Elementary School Aurora 4.4 mi 5.2
AVE MARIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Parker 4.7 mi 7.1
Grandview High School Aurora 4.5 mi 8.3
Outback Preschool Aurora 4.8 mi 4.9
Thunder Ridge Middle School Aurora 5.0 mi 6.0
Eaglecrest High School Centennial 5.0 mi 7.1
Mountain Vista Elementary School Centennial 5.2 mi 8.3
Frontier Valley Elementary School Parker 5.7 mi 7.0
Creekside Elementary School Centennial 4.9 mi 8.3
Timberline Elementary School Centennial 5.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,421

Median Home Value

$707,700

Median Rent

$2,140/mo

Population

66,479

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

39.9

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Eaton Elementary School Eaton, CO 8.1
Grand View Elementary Frederick, CO 8.1
High Plains School Loveland, CO 8.1
Hopkins Elementary School Centennial, CO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Elementary School

What grades does Woodland Elementary School serve?

Woodland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?

Woodland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Elementary School rank in CO?

Woodland Elementary School ranks #265 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Woodland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Woodland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).

Is Woodland Elementary School a charter school?

No, Woodland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodland Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Woodland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodland Elementary School?

19.0% of students at Woodland Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

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