Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Village Preparatory School Willard ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Village Preparatory School Willard's student population of 491 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Village Preparatory School Willard ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Village Preparatory School Willard is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2521 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
64%
17%
White
6%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Village Preparatory School Willard's ranking?
Village Preparatory School Willard is ranked #2521 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Village Preparatory School Willard?
491 students attend Village Preparatory School Willard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Village Preparatory School Willard students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Village Preparatory School Willard?
Village Preparatory School Willard has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Village Preparatory School Willard offer ?
Village Preparatory School Willard offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Village Preparatory School Willard part of?
Village Preparatory School Willard is part of Village Preparatory School Willard School District.
In what neighborhood is Village Preparatory School Willard located?
Village Preparatory School Willard is located in the Cudell neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Cudell.
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