Very Good
#370 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 19% in state
Woodland Elementary School
Elementary School · ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1410 MCKAY AVE S STE #101, Alexandria, MN 56308
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#370 of 1,992
In Alexandria
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodland Elementary School
Woodland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Alexandria, MN, part of ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodland Elementary School serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Woodland Elementary School — Students at Woodland Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 6.2/10.
How Woodland Elementary School Compares
See how Woodland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1410 MCKAY AVE S STE #101, Alexandria, MN 56308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Garfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is OSAKIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Osakis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Alexandria | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Discovery Middle School Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Alexandria Area High School Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Runestone Alternative School Alexandria | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Kalon Prep Academy Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Lakes Country Academy - ALEX Fergus Falls | 1.8 mi | — |
| VOYAGER ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CARLOS ELEMENTARY Carlos | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MILTONA ELEMENTARY Miltona | 12.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis | 9.5 mi | 4.5 |
| OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis | 9.8 mi | 7.1 |
| OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis | 9.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY Glenwood | 16.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MINNEWASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD SP.ED. Glenwood | 16.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Brandon Elementary Brandon | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,831
Median Home Value
$307,600
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
26,695
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
42.9
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| DOVER-EYOTA ELEMENTARY Eyota, MN | 7.5 |
| EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagle Lake, MN | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodland Elementary School
What grades does Woodland Elementary School serve?
Woodland Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodland Elementary School?
Woodland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodland Elementary School rank in MN?
Woodland Elementary School ranks #370 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Woodland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Woodland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woodland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Woodland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Woodland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodland Elementary School?
46.2% of students at Woodland 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (320) 762-3300
Resources & Links
District
ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,021
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,622
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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