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#8394 of 8,552 schools in TX

Woodlake EL

Elementary School · JUDSON ISD

5501 LK BEND E, San Antonio, TX 78244

Enrollment

686

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

2.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,394 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#484 of 516

public schools

In district

#30 of 31

JUDSON ISD

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Woodlake EL

2.7/10

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

William Paschall EL

3.0/10

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6.9/10

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About Woodlake EL

Woodlake EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of JUDSON ISD. Woodlake EL serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlake EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,394 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlake EL show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,253
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Woodlake EL — Students at Woodlake EL score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22.7%
ELA
40.1%
2024
Math
22%
ELA
28%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Woodlake EL Compares

See how Woodlake EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.7/10
2th percentile in TX
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

5501 LK BEND E, San Antonio, TX 78244

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlake EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ESCONDIDO EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Converse), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - SAN ANTONIO (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA WALZEM ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAM PASCHALL EL San Antonio 0.6 mi 3.0
SAN ANTONIO PREPARATORY San Antonio 0.8 mi 6.9
WOODLAKE HILLS MIDDLE San Antonio 0.8 mi 5.1
HENRY METZGER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.0 mi 3.0
MARY LOU HARTMAN San Antonio 1.3 mi 4.6
PARK VILLAGE EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 3.4
KAREN WAGNER H S San Antonio 1.5 mi 5.2
JAMES L MASTERS Converse 1.6 mi 3.3
IDEA WALZEM ACADEMY Weslaco 1.7 mi 5.6
IDEA WALZEM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.7 mi 6.0
CANDLEWOOD EL San Antonio 1.7 mi 2.7
SPRING MEADOWS EL San Antonio 2.0 mi 4.7
MONTGOMERY EL San Antonio 2.3 mi 5.4
ESCONDIDO EL Converse 2.0 mi 6.8
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 2.3 mi 5.9
KIRBY MIDDLE San Antonio 2.1 mi 3.4
JUDSON LEARNING ACAD San Antonio 2.1 mi 4.1
HOPKINS EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 2.9
WHITE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.4 mi 6.6
ELOLF EL Converse 2.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,789

Median Home Value

$195,400

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

37,861

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

32.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
AIKIN EL Dallas, TX 2.7
BROWN EL Austin, TX 2.7
CANDLEWOOD EL San Antonio, TX 2.7
JOHNSTON EL Irving, TX 2.7
JOSE ANTONIO NAVARRO EL Corsicana, TX 2.7
JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio, TX 2.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlake EL

What grades does Woodlake EL serve?

Woodlake EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodlake EL?

Woodlake EL has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlake EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlake EL is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlake EL rank in TX?

Woodlake EL ranks #8,394 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Woodlake EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlake EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Woodlake EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlake EL has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodlake EL a charter school?

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

Is Woodlake EL a Title I school?

No, Woodlake EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlake EL?

82.7% of students at Woodlake 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

JUDSON ISD
District Enrollment
23,848
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,253
District Rank
#30 of 31

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