Very Good
#304 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 17% in state
Woodlands ES
Elementary School · PONCA CITY
2005 East Woodland Road, Ponca City, OK 74604
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#304 of 1,750
In Ponca City
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
PONCA CITY
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Woodlands ES
Elementary School in Ponca City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Woodlands ES
Woodlands ES is a public elementary school in Ponca City, OK, part of PONCA CITY. Woodlands ES serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlands ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Woodlands ES show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- OK avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Woodlands ES — Students at Woodlands ES score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 test records from OK 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 Woodlands ES Compares
See how Woodlands ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2005 East Woodland Road, Ponca City, OK 74604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlands ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Newkirk), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ponca City, see our Ponca City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON PRE KG CENTER Ponca City | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ROOSEVELT ES Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PONCA CITY HS Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PONCA CITY EAST MS Ponca City | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| GARFIELD ES Ponca City | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| UNION ES Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| LIBERTY ES Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PONCA CITY WEST MS Ponca City | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 6.0 mi | 8.9 |
| NEWKIRK HS Newkirk | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWKIRK MS Newkirk | 10.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NEWKIRK ES Newkirk | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| BLACKWELL HS Blackwell | 13.2 mi | 8.5 |
| BLACKWELL MS Blackwell | 13.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,156
Median Home Value
$198,100
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
12,369
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
45.2
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| ELIOT ES Tulsa, OK | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodlands ES
What grades does Woodlands ES serve?
Woodlands ES serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodlands ES?
Woodlands ES has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlands ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlands ES is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodlands ES rank in OK?
Woodlands ES ranks #304 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Woodlands ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlands ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Woodlands ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlands ES has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodlands ES a charter school?
No, Woodlands ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodlands ES a Title I school?
No, Woodlands ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlands ES?
56.2% of students at Woodlands ES 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.4%
- Phone
- (580) 767-8025
Resources & Links
District
PONCA CITY- District Enrollment
- 4,580
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,667
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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