Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willowbrook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willowbrook Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Ram
School Rankings
Willowbrook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willowbrook Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
12%
7%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Willowbrook Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Willowbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Willowbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altoona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Willowbrook Elementary School?
546 students attend Willowbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Willowbrook Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowbrook Elementary School?
Willowbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willowbrook Elementary School offer ?
Willowbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willowbrook Elementary School part of?
Willowbrook Elementary School is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
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