Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willcox Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willcox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Willcox Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willcox Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willcox Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#851 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
70%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willcox Elementary School's ranking?
Willcox Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Willcox Elementary School often compared to?
Willcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ash Creek Elementary School, Pearce Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Willcox Elementary School?
378 students attend Willcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Willcox Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willcox Elementary School?
Willcox Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willcox Elementary School offer ?
Willcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Willcox Elementary School part of?
Willcox Elementary School is part of Willcox Unified District (4170) School District.
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