Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willard East Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Willard East Elementary serves the northern part of Willard, MO, covering an area of approximately 62.5 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willard East Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willard East Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard East Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#238 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
98%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard East Elementary School's ranking?
Willard East Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Willard East Elementary School?
322 students attend Willard East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Willard East Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard East Elementary School?
Willard East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willard East Elementary School offer ?
Willard East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard East Elementary School part of?
Willard East Elementary School is part of Willard R-II School District.
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