Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Willard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1519 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #1519 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
499 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Willard Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Willard Elementary School located?
Willard Elementary School is located in the Northtown neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Northtown.
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