Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Willard Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
475 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Willard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Willard Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Passover
April 23, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of Passover
April 29, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 5/11/2018
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