Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willcox Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willcox Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Willcox, AZ, encompassing approximately 922.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 36.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willcox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Willcox Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are safe. We are responsible. We are kind. We are Willcox Cowkids!
School Rankings
Willcox Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willcox Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#697 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willcox Elementary School's ranking?
Willcox Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Willcox Elementary School often compared to?
Willcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ash Creek Elementary School, Pearce Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Willcox Elementary School?
378 students attend Willcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Willcox Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willcox Elementary School?
Willcox Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willcox Elementary School offer ?
Willcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willcox Elementary School part of?
Willcox Elementary School is part of Willcox Unified District (4170).
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