Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Willis Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Willis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Willis Elementary School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert Willis Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Willis Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Willis Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Willis Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Robert Willis Elementary School often compared to?
Robert Willis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School, B.d. Gullett Elementary School, Gene Witt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Robert Willis Elementary School?
764 students attend Robert Willis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Robert Willis Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Willis Elementary School?
Robert Willis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert Willis Elementary School offer ?
Robert Willis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Willis Elementary School part of?
Robert Willis Elementary School is part of Manatee School District.
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