Willis Junior High School serves 932 students in grades 7-8.
Willis Junior High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willis Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Willis Junior High School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willis Junior High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Willis Junior High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#821 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
59%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis Junior High School's ranking?
Willis Junior High School is ranked #821 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Willis Junior High School often compared to?
Willis Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chandler Online Academy, Arizona College Prep Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Willis Junior High School?
932 students attend Willis Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Willis Junior High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willis Junior High School?
Willis Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willis Junior High School offer ?
Willis Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Willis Junior High School part of?
Willis Junior High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Grading Period Ends - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
September 29, 2023 (Friday)
First Day Back for Students
October 17, 2023 (Tuesday)
Grading Period Ends - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
December 21, 2023 (Thursday)
First Day Back for Students
January 09, 2024 (Tuesday)
Grading Period Ends - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
March 08, 2024 (Friday)
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