Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Woods Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woods Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#931 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
56%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Woods Elementary School is ranked #931 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Woods Elementary School?
785 students attend Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Woods Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woods Elementary School?
Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woods Elementary School offer ?
Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Woods Elementary School part of?
Woods Elementary School is part of Tyler Independent School District.
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