Very Good
#2772 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 32% in state
Wooden EL
Elementary School · RED OAK ISD
P O BOX 9000, Red Oak, TX 75154
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,772 of 8,552
In Red Oak
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
RED OAK ISD
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Wooden EL
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About Wooden EL
Wooden EL is a public elementary school in Red Oak, TX, part of RED OAK ISD. Wooden EL serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wooden EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,772 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wooden EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Wooden EL — Students at Wooden EL score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 6.6/10.
How Wooden EL Compares
See how Wooden EL 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
P O BOX 9000, Red Oak, TX 75154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wooden EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Another option is SIMPSON EL (rated 8.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Waxahachie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FELTY EL (rated 7.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Waxahachie), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Red Oak, see our Red Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED OAK MIDDLE Red Oak | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| RED OAK H S Red Oak | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| RED OAK EL Red Oak | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LIFE SCHOOL RED OAK Red Oak | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| EASTRIDGE EL Red Oak | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SHACKELFORD EL Waxahachie | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LIFE MIDDLE WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LIFE H S WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| RUSSELL P SCHUPMANN EL Red Oak | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SHIELDS EL Red Oak | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 5.2 mi | 8.9 |
| SIMPSON EL Waxahachie | 5.3 mi | 8.7 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 5.4 mi | 1.8 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 5.4 mi | — |
| FINLEY J H Waxahachie | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 6.1 mi | 2.3 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 5.8 mi | 2.8 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| OVILLA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ovilla | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| FELTY EL Waxahachie | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,150
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
50,178
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX | 7.3 |
| ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson, TX | 7.3 |
| ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL Edinburg, TX | 7.3 |
| ANNE L MAGEE EL Edinburg, TX | 7.3 |
| ANNETTE PERRY EL Mansfield, TX | 7.3 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wooden EL
What grades does Wooden EL serve?
Wooden EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wooden EL?
Wooden EL has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wooden EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Wooden EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wooden EL rank in TX?
Wooden EL ranks #2,772 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wooden EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Wooden EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Wooden EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wooden EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wooden EL a charter school?
No, Wooden EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wooden EL a Title I school?
No, Wooden EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wooden EL?
66.8% of students at Wooden EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ellis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (972) 617-2977
Resources & Links
District
RED OAK ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,592
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,825
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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