Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Willow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Willow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Willow Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Willow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Willow Elementary School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
15%
7%
White
66%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Willow Elementary School's ranking?
West Willow Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Willow Elementary School often compared to?
West Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Steam School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend West Willow Elementary School?
453 students attend West Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Willow Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Willow Elementary School?
West Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Willow Elementary School offer ?
West Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Willow Elementary School part of?
West Willow Elementary School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is West Willow Elementary School located?
West Willow Elementary School is located in the Cedar Hills neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Hills.
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