Serving 595 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willow Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Willow Lake Elementary School's student population of 595 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Lake Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
49%
13%
White
15%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Lake Elementary School is ranked #1531 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Willow Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Spring School, Clearwater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Willow Lake Elementary School?
595 students attend Willow Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Willow Lake Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Lake Elementary School?
Willow Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willow Lake Elementary School offer ?
Willow Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Lake Elementary School part of?
Willow Lake Elementary School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
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