Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willow Creek Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Creek Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Creek Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Willow Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunter Elementary School, Galileo Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Willow Creek Elementary School?
567 students attend Willow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Willow Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Creek Elementary School?
Willow Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Willow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Creek Elementary School part of?
Willow Creek Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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