Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willard Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey 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 New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Willard Elementary School serves the northwest part of Ridgewood, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
65%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
440 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Willard Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Ridgewood Public School District.
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