The top reported proficiency rate is 60% in Math. The lowest is 50% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Washington Woods Elementary School
Washington Woods Elementary School serves a large student population from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade in Westfield, a fast-growing northern suburb of Indianapolis. The school is part of the Westfield-Washington Schools district and sits in a community that has more than tripled in population over roughly two decades, with new subdivisions, a vast sports campus, and ongoing downtown redevelopment.
On state assessments through Indiana’s ILEARN program, Washington Woods posted proficiency results that place the school above the midpoint among districts in Hamilton County. In math, just over half of students reached proficient or above, while in English language arts the share was around half. Science performance, which is tested only at fourth grade, came in stronger than either math or ELA. A parent considering this school will see a solid academic picture for an elementary school, though the gap between math and reading results is worth asking about. The data do not include trend information, so it is not clear whether these scores are rising or falling.
The student body is racially and economically diverse. The largest group is white, with Hispanic students making up a significant share; Asian, Black, and multiracial students each form more modest but noticeable portions. About a third of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a marker of economic need that is typical of many suburban schools. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not reported, so families who need support in those areas may want to inquire directly with the school.
Westfield itself is a high-cost housing market relative to both state and national averages. Home values and rents are well above typical Indiana levels, reflecting the area’s desirability and rapid growth. The city’s economy is driven in part by Grand Park Sports Campus, which draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually, as well as local hospitals and the school district itself. The suburban built environment means most families drive to school, though downtown has a restaurant corridor and Grand Park has extensive trails.
The district is in the midst of several developments that directly affect Washington Woods families. In 2024, the school board approved a bond issue to fund operations, teacher compensation, safety upgrades, mental health services, and academic programs—a significant investment that district leaders say will not raise the current property tax rate. A new innovation center for career and technical education is scheduled to open in fall 2026, creating a third high school option focused on trades, automotive, cosmetology, and IT. Most immediately for elementary families, an attendance zone review is underway because rapid enrollment growth has created capacity imbalances at different schools. Any boundary changes would take effect no earlier than the 2026-2027 school year, meaning some families may eventually be reassigned to a different elementary school.
Because Washington Woods serves only early elementary grades, there are no graduation rate or high school outcome data. Chronic absenteeism figures are also absent from the available information. The school itself appears to be a standard public elementary with no charter or magnet designation, and it is not identified as a Title I school in the data, though the free-lunch share suggests some federal support may be present. Families looking for detailed program offerings, class sizes, or staffing ratios will need to seek that information directly from the school or district.
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