Serving 1,954 students in grades Kindergarten-12, The Willow School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,954 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Willow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
The Willow School's student population of 1,954 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,954 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Willow School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Willow School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
21%
41%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Willow School's ranking?
The Willow School is ranked #14 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are The Willow School often compared to?
The Willow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Willow School?
The graduation rate of The Willow School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend The Willow School?
1,954 students attend The Willow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of The Willow School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Willow School?
The Willow School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Willow School offer ?
The Willow School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is The Willow School part of?
The Willow School is part of The Willow School District.
In what neighborhood is The Willow School located?
The Willow School is located in the Audubon neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Audubon.
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