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Woodbury Leadership Academy

Elementary School · Woodbury Leadership Academy

8089 GLOBE DRIVE, Woodbury, MN 55125

Charter

Enrollment

749

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,923 of 1,992

In Woodbury

#16 of 16

public schools

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Woodbury Leadership Academy

3.6/10

Elementary School in Woodbury · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Woodbury Leadership Academy

Woodbury Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Woodbury, MN, part of Woodbury Leadership Academy. Woodbury Leadership Academy serves approximately 749 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbury Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,923 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Woodbury Leadership Academy show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares2.8 pts below MN schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Woodbury Leadership Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,655
Chronic Absenteeism26.2%

Woodbury Leadership Academy — Students at Woodbury Leadership Academy score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
57%

* 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: 1.4/10.

How Woodbury Leadership Academy Compares

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

Overall Score
3.6/10
4th percentile in MN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

Location

8089 GLOBE DRIVE, Woodbury, MN 55125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbury Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARVER ELEMENTARY (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodbury, see our Woodbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Falcon View Connections High School Wabasha 0.8 mi 6.1
Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha 0.8 mi 4.8
Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha 0.8 mi 4.9
Pankalo Education Center Lake Elmo 0.9 mi 5.0
SKYVIEW COMMUNITY MIDDLE Oakdale 1.4 mi 4.6
ABI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.2 mi
APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale 1.2 mi
WOODBURY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodbury 1.7 mi
EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY Oakdale 1.8 mi 7.2
E-STEM Middle School Woodbury 1.5 mi 5.9
SoWashCo Online 9-12 Woodbury 2.1 mi
ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY Woodbury 2.0 mi 7.3
TARTAN SENIOR HIGH Oakdale 1.8 mi 6.4
MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Woodbury 2.3 mi 7.2
WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury 1.9 mi 5.0
WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury 1.9 mi 5.2
Woodbury High School Woodbury 2.7 mi 6.3
LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury 3.0 mi 6.3
CARVER ELEMENTARY Maplewood 2.2 mi 5.6
PAIDEA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakdale 2.3 mi

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
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington, MN 3.6
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal, MN 3.5
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights, MN 3.7
RICHARDSON ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul, MN 3.5
SKY OAKS ELEMENTARY Burnsville, MN 3.7
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Park, MN 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbury Leadership Academy

What grades does Woodbury Leadership Academy serve?

Woodbury Leadership Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Woodbury Leadership Academy?

Woodbury Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodbury Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbury Leadership Academy is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbury Leadership Academy rank in MN?

Woodbury Leadership Academy ranks #1,923 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Woodbury Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbury Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Leadership Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbury Leadership Academy has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Woodbury Leadership Academy a charter school?

Yes, Woodbury Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Woodbury Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Woodbury Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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

23.8% of students at Woodbury Leadership Academy 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

District

Woodbury Leadership Academy
District Enrollment
749
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,655
District Rank
#1 of 1

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