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Woodland Elementary School

Public | K-6 | 1007 students

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4 stars

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Posted April 22, 2013

Amazing staff, involved parents, wonderful early and late hour options. Dedicated Administration. We are so happy with our child experience here...we can't praise it enough. Such a blessing to have this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 1, 2011

Active and successful PTA. Great community spirit. Talented, patient, dedicated staff. Huge knowledge base on the use of technology in the classroom. Outdoor classroom (WET Lab). Good leadership. Cutting edge school truly dedicated to academic, social, and emotial growth of all students. A school you feel welcome in. Encourages volunteers and parental involvement. Love Woodland elementary in Brooklyn Park. I have 4 children who have gone to or are still at Woodland. I am an involved parent who knows what is going on at the scool.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 6, 2010

I do not like this school, because it does not seem like a school someone might want to go to.


Posted December 6, 2010

I dislike this school very much, because it is a bad school. I was told this by a trusted colleague.


Posted April 30, 2010

The teachers, staff and parents are all committed to making the school and the children's learning experience a positive one! They offer a variety of experiences through field trips, classes, extra cirricular programs and through social school events for children to express their creativity and to grow as individuals. This helps to create an early positive foundation for educational growth and development.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 5, 2009

My son will be in 5th grade at Woodland Elementary and he absolutely LOVES the school. My husband and I have also been very pleased with the school, the teachers, the principal, etc. Woodland takes bullying serious and won't tolerate it. My son experienced some issues with being bullied and the school was on top of it immediately and things were solved. We love the fact that Woodland does looping, what an excellent concept!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 28, 2009

I have 2 children at Woodland and both have had very positive experiences. The principal is on the top of her game and runs it with authority yet with compassion. The teachers are top notch even with the higher class sizes.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 16, 2008

dedicated staff, strong technology push- kids are advanced in their use of technology, supportive principal. Energetic teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2007

There is no other word to describe Woodland than: phenomenal. The teachers are wonderful; the staff is caring and committed; and the principal leads the school with a firm but loving hand. A new, clean environment, gorgeous library, spacious classrooms and gyms, music classrooms, computer labs, and an outdoor WET lab are only the beginning of what you will find at Woodland. The teachers work hard to reach all of their children, no matter what the skill level or special needs may be. Communication between school and home is stressed, and many family activities are offered to unite the two. Our Kindergartner loves Woodland and her teacher. Friends in the area with older children in the school support the excitement we have found in our first year. We are so impressed and encouraged by the wonderful education that Woodland is providing.
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2010.

128 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
82%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2010.

130 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
75%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

156 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
76%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

132 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 79% in 2012.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2011.

128 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
38%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

119 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

113 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
84%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students81%
Female81%
Male81%
Black69%
Asian/Pacific Islander77%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Economically non-disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities86%
English language learners38%
Proficient in English86%
Non-migrant81%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students76%
Female78%
Male74%
Black80%
Asian/Pacific Islander59%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Economically non-disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilities36%
Students without disabilities83%
English language learners43%
Proficient in English80%
Non-migrant76%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students89%
Female86%
Male92%
Black80%
Asian/Pacific Islander87%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Economically non-disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities91%
English language learners80%
Proficient in English90%
Non-migrant89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students88%
Female88%
Male88%
Black82%
Asian/Pacific Islander84%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Economically non-disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities81%
Students without disabilities89%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English90%
Non-migrant88%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 76% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
73%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2012.

157 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
70%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

139 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
60%
Science

The state average for Science was 58% in 2012.

141 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
53%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students73%
Female74%
Male72%
Black51%
Asian/Pacific Islander68%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Economically non-disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilities35%
Students without disabilities78%
English language learners38%
Proficient in English77%
Non-migrant73%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students71%
Female74%
Male67%
Black67%
Asian/Pacific Islander62%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Economically non-disadvantaged74%
Students with disabilities17%
Students without disabilities81%
English language learners36%
Proficient in English75%
Non-migrant71%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students68%
Female68%
Male67%
Black47%
Asian/Pacific Islander72%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged38%
Economically non-disadvantaged74%
Students with disabilities33%
Students without disabilities71%
English language learners18%
Proficient in English72%
Non-migrant68%

Science

All Students45%
Female44%
Male46%
Black28%
Asian/Pacific Islander36%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White62%
Economically disadvantaged25%
Economically non-disadvantaged50%
Students with disabilities20%
Students without disabilities48%
English language learners0%
Proficient in English49%
Non-migrant45%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students73%
Female65%
Male79%
Black57%
Asian/Pacific Islander79%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Economically non-disadvantaged80%
Students with disabilities59%
Students without disabilities75%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English75%
Non-migrant73%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 54% 76%
Asian/Pacific Islander 24% 6%
Black 20% 10%
Hispanic 2% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 2%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 18%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A16
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4501 Oak Grove Parkway
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
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Phone: (763) 315-6400

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