Serving 306 students in grades 5-8, Willard Middle School 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 41% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willard Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Willard, OH school district, encompassing approximately 84.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Middle School's student population of 306 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At Willard City Schools we: Lead with the 7 Habits, Encourage others, Achieve our goals, and Discover our potential
School Rankings
Willard Middle School 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 Willard Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2156 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
17%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Middle School's ranking?
Willard Middle School is ranked #2156 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Willard Middle School?
306 students attend Willard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Willard Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Middle School?
Willard Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willard Middle School offer ?
Willard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Middle School part of?
Willard Middle School is part of Willard City School District.
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