Serving 747 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willow Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Grove Elementary School's student population of 747 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Grove Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#418 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Grove Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willow Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Design 39 Campus, Del Sur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willow Grove Elementary School?
747 students attend Willow Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Willow Grove Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Grove Elementary School?
Willow Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willow Grove Elementary School offer ?
Willow Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Grove Elementary School part of?
Willow Grove Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Willow Grove Elementary School located?
Willow Grove Elementary School is located in the Black Mountain Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Black Mountain Ranch.
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