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#759 of 1,747 schools in OK
Top 43% in state
Woodlands ES
Elementary School · PONCA CITY
2005 East Woodland Road, Ponca City, OK 74604
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Ponca City
#5 of 13
public schools
Oklahoma elementary schools
#375 of 915
In district
#3 of 11
PONCA CITY
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Woodlands ES
Woodlands Elementary School serves 267 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Ponca City, Oklahoma. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1, providing a manageable classroom environment for elementary learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #257 out of 1,752 schools statewide, placing it in the 85th percentile among Oklahoma elementary schools.
Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 52% scoring proficient or above in mathematics and 42% reaching proficiency in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels tested. Located at 2005 East Woodland Road, Woodlands Elementary serves families in the 74604 area, where the median household income is $77,689 and the median home value stands at $178,700. The neighborhood has a college-educated population of 27% with bachelor's degrees or higher and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 12.3%.
As a regular public elementary school, Woodlands Elementary provides foundational education in a remote town setting, serving as an important educational anchor for the local community of over 12,000 residents in this corner of Kay County.
Score Breakdown
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Woodlands ES — Students at Woodlands ES score 47% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 5.4/10.
How Woodlands ES Compares
See how Woodlands ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 52% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 42% (2022).
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. MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNION ES (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 | 6.2 |
| E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ES Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PONCA CITY HS Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PONCA CITY EAST MS Ponca City | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| GARFIELD ES Ponca City | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| UNION ES Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| LIBERTY ES Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PONCA CITY WEST MS Ponca City | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| NEWKIRK HS Newkirk | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| NEWKIRK MS Newkirk | 10.6 mi | 5.7 |
| NEWKIRK ES Newkirk | 10.7 mi | 5.2 |
| PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk | 13.1 mi | 7.7 |
| BLACKWELL HS Blackwell | 13.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BLACKWELL MS Blackwell | 13.5 mi | 4.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Woodlands ES has a median household income of $84,156. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $198,100, with a median rent of $770/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADA EC CTR Ada, OK | 6.5 |
| DIBBLE ES Dibble, OK | 6.5 |
| GERONIMO ES Geronimo, OK | 6.5 |
| LONE GROVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lone Grove, OK | 6.5 |
| MCLOUD ES Mcloud, OK | 6.5 |
| Scissortail Elementary School Okc, OK | 6.5 |
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 is ranked #759 out of 1,747 schools in OK.
What is Woodlands ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlands ES has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Woodlands ES?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Woodlands ES has 50.3% math proficiency and 43.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,101/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ponca City). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (580) 767-8025
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PONCA CITY- District Enrollment
- 4,580
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,667
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
Other Schools in This District
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