Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Woods Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Woods Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Woods Elementary School's ranking?
West Woods Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend West Woods Elementary School?
525 students attend West Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Woods Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Woods Elementary School?
West Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Woods Elementary School offer ?
West Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Woods Elementary School part of?
West Woods Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is West Woods Elementary School located?
West Woods Elementary School is located in the Meadows At Westwoods neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School!
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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