Serving 996 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Oak School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Oak School's student population of 996 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
996 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Willow Oak School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Oak School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2194 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
59%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Oak School's ranking?
Willow Oak School is ranked #2194 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Willow Oak School often compared to?
Willow Oak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James W. Sikes Elementary School, Purcell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Willow Oak School?
996 students attend Willow Oak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Willow Oak School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Oak School?
Willow Oak School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willow Oak School offer ?
Willow Oak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Oak School part of?
Willow Oak School is part of Polk School District.
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