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Woodland Elementary

Elementary School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

4501 OAK GROVE PKWY, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

Enrollment

633

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,008 of 1,992

In Brooklyn Park

#11 of 28

public schools

In district

#11 of 30

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Woodland Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Woodland Elementary

Woodland Elementary is a public elementary school in Brooklyn Park, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodland Elementary serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,008 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,345
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Woodland Elementary — Students at Woodland Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (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
76%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Woodland Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in MN
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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

4501 OAK GROVE PKWY, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASHA SHKOLA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OXBOW CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Champlin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISSISSIPPI ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Coon Rapids), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn Park, see our Brooklyn Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Athlos Leadership Academy Brooklyn Park 0.7 mi 7.3
School #530 Brooklyn Park 0.7 mi
School #531 Brooklyn Park 0.8 mi 9.2
SAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 1.3 mi 5.7
EDINBROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 1.3 mi 5.0
Champlin Park High School Champlin 1.7 mi 7.1
JACKSON MIDDLE Champlin 1.9 mi 7.1
BIRCH GROVE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Brooklyn Park 2.0 mi 5.9
CREST VIEW ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 1.8 mi 4.2
Champlin/Brooklyn Pk Acd MathEnvSci Champlin 2.0 mi 7.4
OXBOW CREEK ELEMENTARY Champlin 2.1 mi 8.8
NASHA SHKOLA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 2.0 mi 8.9
MISSISSIPPI ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 2.6 mi 8.3
RIVER TRAIL LEARNING CTR @ LO JACOB Coon Rapids 2.3 mi 5.2
Brooklyn Middle STEAM School Brooklyn Park 2.7 mi 5.1
PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 2.8 mi 5.7
PALMER LAKE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 2.8 mi 5.5
Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng Coon Rapids 2.9 mi 8.3
Early Childhood Special Education Brooklyn Center 3.1 mi 5.0
ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Center 3.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,220

Median Home Value

$346,200

Median Rent

$1,306/mo

Population

33,318

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Elementary

What grades does Woodland Elementary serve?

Woodland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodland Elementary?

Woodland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Elementary rank in MN?

Woodland Elementary ranks #1,008 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Woodland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Woodland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodland Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

53.2% of students at Woodland 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

District

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
20,776
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,345
District Rank
#11 of 30

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