Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Willow Glen Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Glen Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Willow Glen Primary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Glen Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Glen Primary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Glen Primary School's ranking?
Willow Glen Primary School is ranked #204 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Willow Glen Primary School often compared to?
Willow Glen Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Willow Glen Primary School?
226 students attend Willow Glen Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Willow Glen Primary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Glen Primary School?
Willow Glen Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willow Glen Primary School offer ?
Willow Glen Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Glen Primary School part of?
Willow Glen Primary School is part of Saint Francis School District.
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