Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willcox Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willcox Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willcox Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willcox Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willcox Elementary School's ranking?
Willcox Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Willcox Elementary School often compared to?
Willcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ash Creek Elementary School, Pearce Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Willcox Elementary School?
372 students attend Willcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Willcox Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willcox Elementary School?
Willcox Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willcox Elementary School offer ?
Willcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Willcox Elementary School part of?
Willcox Elementary School is part of Willcox Unified District (4170) School District.
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