Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Willmore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willmore Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willmore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willmore Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#2866 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
72%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willmore Elementary School's ranking?
Willmore Elementary School is ranked #2866 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willmore Elementary School?
502 students attend Willmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Willmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willmore Elementary School?
Willmore Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Willmore Elementary School offer ?
Willmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Willmore Elementary School part of?
Willmore Elementary School is part of Westminster School District.
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