Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Woodland West School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Woodland West School's student population of 631 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodland West School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland West School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#768 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
53%
42%
White
20%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland West School's ranking?
Woodland West School is ranked #768 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Woodland West School?
631 students attend Woodland West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Woodland West School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland West School?
Woodland West School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland West School offer ?
Woodland West School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland West School part of?
Woodland West School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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