Below Average
#2929 of 3,778 schools in FL
Woodward Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · VOLUSIA
1201 S WOODWARD AVE, Deland, FL 32720
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,929 of 3,778
In Deland
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#59 of 80
VOLUSIA
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Woodward Avenue Elementary School
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About Woodward Avenue Elementary School
Woodward Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Deland, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Woodward Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodward Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,929 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Woodward Avenue Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Woodward Avenue Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Woodward Avenue Elementary School — Students at Woodward Avenue Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 2.4/10.
How Woodward Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Woodward Avenue Elementary School 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
1201 S WOODWARD AVE, Deland, FL 32720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodward Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STETSON BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deland, see our Deland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Deland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| EDITH I. STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| T.O.P ACADEMY Deland | 1.5 mi | — |
| T.O.P. ACADEMY Deland | 1.5 mi | — |
| CASA MONTESSORI Deland | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| STETSON BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Deland | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Deland | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ESE RELATED SERVICES Deland | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| PK CHILD CARE PROGRAM Deland | 1.9 mi | — |
| CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ST BARNABAS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Deland | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| DELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Deland | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BLUE JAY ACADEMY WEST VOLUSIA Deland | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Deland | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| DELAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Deland | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| GEORGE W. MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| DELAND HIGH SCHOOL Deland | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ORANGE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange City | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,512
Median Home Value
$280,600
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
34,633
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
41.4
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| APALACHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 4.9 |
| DEERFIELD BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deerfield Beach, FL | 4.9 |
| DILLARD STREET ELEMENTARY Winter Garden, FL | 4.9 |
| ECCLESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 4.9 |
| EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL OF HIALEAH Hialeah, FL | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodward Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Woodward Avenue Elementary School serve?
Woodward Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Woodward Avenue Elementary School?
Woodward Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodward Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodward Avenue Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodward Avenue Elementary School rank in FL?
Woodward Avenue Elementary School ranks #2,929 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Woodward Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodward Avenue Elementary School 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 Woodward Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodward Avenue Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Woodward Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Woodward Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodward Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Woodward Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodward Avenue Elementary School?
71.9% of students at Woodward Avenue 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Volusia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (386) 943-7910
Resources & Links
District
VOLUSIA- District Enrollment
- 62,742
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #59 of 80
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