Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Hill Elementary School serves the northwest part of Traverse City, MI, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with distances to the edge of the attendance area averaging around 3.9 miles and reaching up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willow Hill Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Hill Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#318 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Hill Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Willow Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Grade School, Tcaps Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Willow Hill Elementary School?
429 students attend Willow Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Willow Hill Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Hill Elementary School?
Willow Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Willow Hill Elementary School offer ?
Willow Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Hill Elementary School part of?
Willow Hill Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My time at Willow Hill was amazing. The teachers were very caring, and I made a lot of good friends there. I will never forget Willow Hill.
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