Serving 712 students in grades 7-8, Willard Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Middle School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willard Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
84%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Middle School's ranking?
Willard Middle School is ranked #866 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Willard Middle School often compared to?
Willard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed Middle School, Pleasant View Middle School, Republic Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Willard Middle School?
712 students attend Willard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Willard Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% 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 Willard Middle School?
Willard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willard Middle School offer ?
Willard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Willard Middle School part of?
Willard Middle School is part of Willard R-II School District.
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