Serving 704 students in grades 7-8, Willard Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willard Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Willard school district, covering an area of approximately 112.6 square miles in Willard, MO. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Middle School's student population of 704 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Willard Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Middle School is 0.31, 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
#820 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
83%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Middle School's ranking?
Willard Middle School is ranked #820 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Willard Middle School often compared to?
Willard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant View Middle School, Republic Middle School, Reed Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Willard Middle School?
704 students attend Willard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Willard Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Middle School?
Willard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willard Middle School offer ?
Willard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Middle School part of?
Willard Middle School is part of Willard R-II School District.
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