Needs Improvement
#8476 of 8,552 schools in TX
Woodridge EL
Elementary School · DESOTO ISD
1001 WOODRIDGE, Desoto, TX 75115
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,476 of 8,552
In Desoto
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
DESOTO ISD
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Woodridge EL
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About Woodridge EL
Woodridge EL is a public elementary school in Desoto, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. Woodridge EL serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,476 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Woodridge EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Woodridge EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Woodridge EL — Students at Woodridge EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 1.7/10.
How Woodridge EL Compares
See how Woodridge 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
1001 WOODRIDGE, Desoto, TX 75115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodridge EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY (rated 7.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELT LINE EL (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 0.7 mi | — |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 0.9 mi | 1.8 |
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) Desoto | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| DESOTO H S Desoto | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY Desoto | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER EL Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 2.6 mi | — |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| HOUSTON EL Lancaster | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,386
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
55,997
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42
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| DUDLEY EL Victoria, TX | 2.3 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston, TX | 2.3 |
| SCHARBAUER EL Midland, TX | 2.3 |
| SHEARN EL Houston, TX | 2.3 |
| BURNET EL Odessa, TX | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodridge EL
What grades does Woodridge EL serve?
Woodridge EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Woodridge EL?
Woodridge EL has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodridge EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodridge EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodridge EL rank in TX?
Woodridge EL ranks #8,476 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Woodridge EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Woodridge EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodridge EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Woodridge EL a charter school?
No, Woodridge EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodridge EL a Title I school?
No, Woodridge EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodridge EL?
87.1% of students at Woodridge 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (972) 223-3800
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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