Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willow Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Springs Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Willow Springs, MO, encompassing approximately 310.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 16.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Springs Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Improving the quality of life for everyone through quality education
School Rankings
Willow Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Springs Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Springs Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Willow Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Willow Springs Elementary School?
446 students attend Willow Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Willow Springs Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Springs Elementary School?
Willow Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willow Springs Elementary School offer ?
Willow Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Springs Elementary School part of?
Willow Springs Elementary School is part of Willow Springs R-IV School District.
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