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#495 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 22% in state

Woodland Elementary

Elementary School · North Thurston Public Schools

4630 Carpenter Rd SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#495 of 2,228

In Lacey

#3 of 24

public schools

In district

#3 of 24

North Thurston Public Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Woodland Elementary

7.8/10

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

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8.2/10

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About Woodland Elementary

Woodland Elementary is a public elementary school in Lacey, WA, part of North Thurston Public Schools. Woodland Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #495 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,096
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Woodland Elementary — Students at Woodland Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
42.3%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
50.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Woodland Elementary Compares

See how Woodland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in WA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

Location

4630 Carpenter Rd SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Lacey 1.3 mi 8.2
Timberline High School Lacey 1.1 mi 6.7
Lakes Elementary School Lacey 1.1 mi 6.8
Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey 1.3 mi 7.3
Seven Oaks Elementary Lacey 1.6 mi 6.7
Aspire Middle School Lacey 1.3 mi 6.4
Chambers Prairie Elementary School Lacey 1.6 mi 6.8
Lacey Elementary Lacey 2.0 mi 5.0
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 2.5 mi 7.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 2.5 mi 6.0
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 2.5 mi 8.0
THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey 2.5 mi 7.7
Lydia Hawk Elementary Lacey 2.9 mi 5.9
Nisqually Middle School Lacey 3.0 mi 5.3
POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 2.6 mi 7.5
Komachin Middle School Lacey 2.2 mi 6.4
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey 2.1 mi 6.9
Horizons Elementary Lacey 2.5 mi 7.4
Mountain View Elementary Lacey 2.6 mi 6.2
Olympic View Elementary Lacey 3.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,515

Median Home Value

$407,700

Median Rent

$1,673/mo

Population

42,189

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

40.6

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Elk Ridge Elementary Buckley, WA 7.8
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island, WA 7.8
Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick, WA 7.8
Highland Park Elementary School Seattle, WA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Elementary

What grades does Woodland Elementary serve?

Woodland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Woodland Elementary?

Woodland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Elementary rank in WA?

Woodland Elementary ranks #495 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Woodland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Woodland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodland Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodland Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodland Elementary?

43.0% of students at Woodland Elementary 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
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Thurston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

District

North Thurston Public Schools
District Enrollment
15,197
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,096
District Rank
#3 of 24

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