Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willard Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#117 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Willard Elementary School often compared to?
Willard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
347 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Willard Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of River Forest SD 90 School District.
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