Serving 464 students in grades 5-8, Willows Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willows Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Willows school district, covering an area of 307.4 square miles in Willows, CA. Parents can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willows Intermediate's student population of 464 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Willows Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willows Intermediate is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7963 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willows Intermediate's ranking?
Willows Intermediate is ranked #7963 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willows Intermediate?
464 students attend Willows Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Willows Intermediate students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willows Intermediate?
Willows Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willows Intermediate offer ?
Willows Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Willows Intermediate part of?
Willows Intermediate is part of Willows Unified School District.
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