Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willard Elementary School 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
To ensure student achievement through an environment of high expectations.
School Rankings
Willard Elementary School 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 Willard Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#6198 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #6198 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willard Elementary School often compared to?
Willard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Madre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
560 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Willard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Willard Elementary School located?
Willard Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Eastside.
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