Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willard Elementary serves the southern part of Pasadena, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4124 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #4124 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
394 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Willard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% 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 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
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