Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Willis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Willis Elementary School's student population of 178 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#635 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
n/a
22%
White
82%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
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 #635 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
178 students attend Willis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Willis Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willis Elementary School?
Willis Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willis Elementary School part of?
Willis Elementary School is part of Floyd Co PBLC Schs School District.
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