Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willis Road Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willis Road Elementary serves the east part of Sharpsburg, GA, covering an area of approximately 27.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willis Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willis Road Elementary School's student population of 664 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willis Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis Road Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#406 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis Road Elementary School's ranking?
Willis Road Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Willis Road Elementary School often compared to?
Willis Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplar Road Elementary School, Welch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Willis Road Elementary School?
664 students attend Willis Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Willis Road Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willis Road Elementary School?
Willis Road Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willis Road Elementary School offer ?
Willis Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willis Road Elementary School part of?
Willis Road Elementary School is part of Coweta County School District.
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