Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willard North Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willard North Elementary School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
318 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Willard North Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard North Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#401 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
4%
8%

Black
2%
15%

White
92%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard North Elementary School's ranking?
Willard North Elementary School is ranked #401 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Willard North Elementary School?
318 students attend Willard North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Willard North Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard North Elementary School?
Willard North Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willard North Elementary School offer ?
Willard North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Willard North Elementary School part of?
Willard North Elementary School is part of Willard R-II School District.
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