Serving 596 students in grades 6-8, Willard Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Willard Middle School's student population of 596 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willard Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#810 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Middle School's ranking?
Willard Middle School is ranked #810 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willard Middle School often compared to?
Willard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Middle School, Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willard Middle School?
596 students attend Willard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Willard Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Middle School?
Willard Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Willard Middle School offer ?
Willard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Willard Middle School part of?
Willard Middle School is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
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