Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Elementary School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Willow Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Creek Elementary School, Pioneer Peak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Willow Elementary School?
140 students attend Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Willow Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Elementary School?
Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willow Elementary School offer ?
Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Elementary School part of?
Willow Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Back to School Open House
August 13, 2024 (Tuesday)
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