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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

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Falcon

#5 of 7

public schools

Colorado elementary schools

#619 of 1,006

In district

#14 of 30

El Paso County Colorado School District 49

Equity

7.2 / 10

Strong

About Woodmen Hills Elementary School

Woodmen Hills Elementary School serves 632 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Falcon, Colorado. With 37 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.1 to 1, providing solid opportunities for individualized attention in this sizable elementary setting. The school demonstrates strong overall performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #271 out of 1,831 Colorado elementary schools, placing it in the 85th percentile statewide.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 57% achieving proficient or above levels across all grades. Mathematics presents an area with room for academic growth, as 33% of students currently score proficient or above. Located on Del Rio Road in the 80831 ZIP code area, Woodmen Hills Elementary sits in an affluent community where the median household income reaches $122,479 and median home values are $444,100.

The neighborhood reflects a well-educated population, with 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 3.9% among its 31,824 residents. The school operates in Falcon, a town positioned on the fringe of an urban area, offering families the benefits of suburban community life while maintaining access to broader metropolitan resources.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.1%
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.6Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,145

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 39.5%
School
State
39.5%
ELA Proficiency 48.2%
School
State
44.9%

Based on 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
41%
ELA
49%
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: 6.5/10.

How Woodmen Hills Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in CO
Academic
7.1/10
7.1/10
Growth
6.5/10
Above average
Environment
3.6/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers

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. Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy (rated 7.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inspiration View Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.5 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 4.8
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Peyton 1.1 mi 5.9
Patriot High School Falcon 1.3 mi 5.5
Falcon Elementary School of Technology Falcon 1.7 mi 6.3
Falcon Middle School Peyton 1.9 mi 4.9
Meridian Ranch Elementary School Falcon 2.1 mi 6.9
Bennett Ranch Elementary School Peyton 2.0 mi 2.5
Falcon High School Peyton 2.3 mi 4.9
Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning Falcon 3.3 mi 7.6
Inspiration View Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.5 mi 7.6
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy Colorado Springs 4.3 mi 6.1
Grand Peak Academy Colorado Springs 5.2 mi 6.1
Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy Colorado Springs 5.4 mi 7.8
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy Colorado Springs 6.1 mi 6.0
Ridgeview Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.8 mi 7.5
Vista Ridge High School Colorado Springs 5.8 mi 4.3
TWELVE STONES CLASSICAL SCHOOL Colorado Springs 6.0 mi 6.6
Village Middle School Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 7.3
Legacy Peak Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 4.4
Stetson Elementary School Colorado Springs 6.3 mi 7.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Woodmen Hills Elementary School has a median household income of $128,900. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $495,800, with a median rent of $2,388/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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Highline Academy Northeast Denver, CO 6.1
Lincoln Elementary School Delta, CO 6.1

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 is ranked #1018 out of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Woodmen Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodmen Hills Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Woodmen Hills Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Woodmen Hills Elementary School has 39.5% math proficiency and 48.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

County Safety
Average (468/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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