Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Robert E. Willett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert E. Willett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Robert E. Willett Elementary School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert E. Willett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E. Willett Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E. Willett Elementary School's ranking?
Robert E. Willett Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Robert E. Willett Elementary School often compared to?
Robert E. Willett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Davis Elementary School, Cesar Chavez Elementary School, Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert E. Willett Elementary School?
507 students attend Robert E. Willett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Robert E. Willett Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert E. Willett Elementary School?
Robert E. Willett Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Robert E. Willett Elementary School offer ?
Robert E. Willett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Robert E. Willett Elementary School part of?
Robert E. Willett Elementary School is part of Davis Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert E. Willett Elementary School located?
Robert E. Willett Elementary School is located in the Central Davis neighborhood of Davis, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Davis.
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