Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willagillespie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willagillespie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Willagillespie Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willagillespie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willagillespie Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#341 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
68%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willagillespie Elementary School's ranking?
Willagillespie Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Willagillespie Elementary School often compared to?
Willagillespie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Willagillespie Elementary School?
464 students attend Willagillespie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Willagillespie Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Willagillespie Elementary School offer ?
Willagillespie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willagillespie Elementary School part of?
Willagillespie Elementary School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2014
I've been going here since 2nd grade and now this year is my 5th. My parents said that I have improved Academically. I love going to school there. Too bad Mrs ?Dadson is retiring , but I bet the new principal will be awesome too. I was a little run down but they got some renovations done now it's better than Ever.
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