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Woodmen Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · El Paso County Colorado School District 49

8308 DEL RIO ROAD, Falcon, CO 80831

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,160 of 1,815

In Falcon

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#17 of 30

El Paso County Colorado School District 49

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Woodmen Hills Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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About Woodmen Hills Elementary School

Woodmen Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Falcon, CO, part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49. Woodmen Hills Elementary School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodmen Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,160 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Woodmen Hills Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.9% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,473
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Woodmen Hills Elementary School — Students at Woodmen Hills Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
34%
2025
Math
44.2%
ELA
43.9%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Woodmen Hills Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in CO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8308 DEL RIO ROAD, Falcon, CO 80831

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodmen Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Inspiration View Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy (rated 7.6/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeview Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falcon, see our Falcon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty Tree Academy Falcon 0.9 mi 4.9
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Peyton 1.1 mi 5.9
Patriot High School Falcon 1.3 mi 5.0
Falcon Elementary School of Technology Falcon 1.7 mi 4.9
Falcon Middle School Peyton 1.9 mi 4.3
Meridian Ranch Elementary School Falcon 2.1 mi 6.9
Bennett Ranch Elementary School Peyton 2.0 mi 2.8
Falcon High School Peyton 2.3 mi 5.4
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning Falcon 3.3 mi 6.5
Inspiration View Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.5 mi 7.7
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy Colorado Springs 4.3 mi 6.2
Grand Peak Academy Colorado Springs 5.2 mi 4.5
Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy Colorado Springs 5.4 mi 7.6
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy Colorado Springs 6.1 mi 4.7
Ridgeview Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.8 mi 7.2
Vista Ridge High School Colorado Springs 5.8 mi 5.9
TWELVE STONES CLASSICAL SCHOOL Colorado Springs 6.0 mi 6.6
Village Middle School Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 7.8
Legacy Peak Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 7.2
Stetson Elementary School Colorado Springs 6.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,900

Median Home Value

$495,800

Median Rent

$2,388/mo

Population

33,287

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

93.3%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodmen Hills Elementary School

What grades does Woodmen Hills Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodmen Hills Elementary School?

Woodmen Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodmen Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodmen Hills Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodmen Hills Elementary School rank in CO?

Woodmen Hills Elementary School ranks #1,160 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Woodmen Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodmen Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Woodmen Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodmen Hills Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodmen Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodmen Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

34.2% of students at Woodmen Hills 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

El Paso County Colorado School District 49
District Enrollment
24,867
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,473
District Rank
#17 of 30

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