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#121 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 9% in state

Woodlake Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Tammany Parish

1620 Livingston Street, Mandeville, LA 70448

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#121 of 1,288

In Mandeville

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#6 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Woodlake Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Mandeville · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Woodlake Elementary School

Woodlake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mandeville, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Woodlake Elementary School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Woodlake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Woodlake Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Woodlake Elementary School — Students at Woodlake Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.0% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 83.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.9% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
55%
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Woodlake Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in LA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

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

1620 Livingston Street, Mandeville, LA 70448

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chahta-Ima Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Lacombe), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marigny Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mandeville Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mandeville, see our Mandeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mandeville Junior High School Mandeville 1.1 mi 9.1
Mandeville Elementary School Mandeville 1.5 mi 8.2
Magnolia Trace Elementary School Mandeville 2.0 mi 7.8
Lake Harbor Middle School Mandeville 2.1 mi 8.6
Marigny Elementary School Mandeville 2.1 mi 8.5
Mandeville Middle Mandeville 2.2 mi 8.1
Mandeville High School Mandeville 3.1 mi 7.0
Fontainebleau Junior High School Mandeville 3.5 mi 7.8
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mandeville 3.4 mi 5.4
Pontchartrain Elementary School Mandeville 3.4 mi 7.5
Tchefuncte Middle School Mandeville 3.4 mi 7.2
L.P. Monteleone Junior High School Mandeville 3.3 mi 8.9
Fontainebleau High School Mandeville 3.7 mi 6.2
Lakeshore High School Mandeville 6.6 mi 7.0
Madisonville Junior High School Madisonville 7.1 mi 8.2
CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Covington 7.5 mi 6.5
Chahta-Ima Elementary School Lacombe 7.3 mi 8.7
ST PAULS HIGH SCHOOL Covington 8.2 mi 4.3
LAKE CASTLE MADISONVILLE Madisonville 7.6 mi 4.6
Bayou Lacombe Middle Lacombe 7.4 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,929

Median Home Value

$324,100

Median Rent

$1,415/mo

Population

25,851

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bayou Community Academy Charter School Thibodaux, LA 8.5
Belle Chasse Elementary School Belle Chasse, LA 8.5
Legacy Elementary School Bossier City, LA 8.5
Marigny Elementary School Mandeville, LA 8.5
St. Amant Primary School St. Amant, LA 8.5
Delcambre Elementary School Delcambre, LA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlake Elementary School

What grades does Woodlake Elementary School serve?

Woodlake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Woodlake Elementary School?

Woodlake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlake Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlake Elementary School rank in LA?

Woodlake Elementary School ranks #121 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Woodlake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Woodlake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlake Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodlake Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodlake Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

34.9% of students at Woodlake 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Tammany Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

St. Tammany Parish
District Enrollment
38,794
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,823
District Rank
#6 of 55

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