Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Willis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Willis Elementary serves the southwest part of Willis, VA, covering an area of approximately 107.8 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willis Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Encourage Success
School Rankings
Willis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#921 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis Elementary School's ranking?
Willis Elementary School is ranked #921 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Willis Elementary School often compared to?
Willis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Willis Elementary School?
163 students attend Willis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Willis Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willis Elementary School?
Willis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willis Elementary School offer ?
Willis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Willis Elementary School part of?
Willis Elementary School is part of Floyd County School District.
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