Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Elementary serves the southeast part of South Gate, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Willow Elementary is a K- 5 Dual Language School that Services the Residents of South Gate and Nearby Communities
School Rankings
Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4090 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Elementary School is ranked #4090 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willow Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willow Elementary School?
420 students attend Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Willow Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Elementary School?
Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willow Elementary School offer ?
Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Elementary School part of?
Willow Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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