Skip to main content

Average

#1595 of 1,992 schools in MN

Woodbury Elementary

Elementary School · South Washington County Schools

1251 SCHOOL DR, Woodbury, MN 55125

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,595 of 1,992

In Woodbury

#15 of 16

public schools

In district

#21 of 26

South Washington County Schools

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Woodbury Elementary?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Woodbury Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Woodbury · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Woodbury Middle School

5.2/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

E-stem Middle School

5.9/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Woodbury Elementary

Woodbury Elementary is a public elementary school in Woodbury, MN, part of South Washington County Schools. Woodbury Elementary serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,595 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Woodbury Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,992
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Woodbury Elementary — Students at Woodbury Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
50%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Woodbury Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in MN
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

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

1251 SCHOOL DR, Woodbury, MN 55125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbury Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Woodbury, see our Woodbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury 0.1 mi 5.2
E-STEM Middle School Woodbury 0.5 mi 5.9
Aris Woodbury 0.7 mi 6.5
CARVER ELEMENTARY Maplewood 0.9 mi 5.6
WOODBURY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodbury 1.0 mi
ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY Woodbury 1.1 mi 7.3
Falcon View Connections High School Wabasha 1.1 mi 6.1
Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha 1.1 mi 4.8
Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha 1.1 mi 4.9
ABI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.4 mi
APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale 1.4 mi
Woodbury High School Woodbury 1.6 mi 6.3
TARTAN SENIOR HIGH Oakdale 2.1 mi 6.4
PAIDEA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakdale 2.3 mi
HIGHWOOD HILLS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul 1.7 mi 5.3
Woodbury Leadership Academy Woodbury 1.9 mi 3.6
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Woodbury 2.6 mi 7.2
TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale 2.8 mi 7.3
BATTLE CREEK MIDDLE Saint Paul 2.1 mi 4.7
BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul 2.1 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,129

Median Home Value

$396,600

Median Rent

$1,805/mo

Population

44,929

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HAYES ELEMENTARY Fridley, MN 5.0
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal, MN 5.0
SOMERSET ELEMENTARY Mendota Heights, MN 5.0
WILLIAM BYRNE ELEMENTARY Burnsville, MN 5.0
ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN 4.9
ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbury Elementary

What grades does Woodbury Elementary serve?

Woodbury Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodbury Elementary?

Woodbury Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodbury Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbury Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbury Elementary rank in MN?

Woodbury Elementary ranks #1,595 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Woodbury Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Woodbury Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbury Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodbury Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodbury Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodbury Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

40.5% of students at Woodbury Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

South Washington County Schools
District Enrollment
19,360
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,992
District Rank
#21 of 26

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.