Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Willow Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Grove Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 136 square miles in Paicines, CA. The area allows for typical drive times of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Willow Grove Elementary School's student population of 21 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Grove Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
62%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Grove Elementary School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willow Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cienega Elementary School, Tres Pinos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willow Grove Elementary School?
21 students attend Willow Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Willow Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Grove Elementary School?
Willow Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willow Grove Elementary School offer ?
Willow Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Willow Grove Elementary School part of?
Willow Grove Elementary School is part of Willow Grove Union Elementary School District.
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