Willard Elementary School

500 W Longfellow Ave
Spokane, WA 99205
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : Willard Elementary serves the northwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Willard Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Willard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1629 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

30-34%
41%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

32%
53%
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
2%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
9%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
11%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
61%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
5%
2%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
15%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
39%
0.59

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
38.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #1629 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Willard Elementary School often compared to?
Willard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
384 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Willard Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Willard Elementary School located?
Willard Elementary School is located in the Northtown neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Northtown.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : Willard Elementary serves the northwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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