Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willow Hill School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Willow Hill School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Hill School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Hill School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#719 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
26%
14%
White
41%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Hill School's ranking?
Willow Hill School is ranked #719 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Willow Hill School often compared to?
Willow Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland School, Rydal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Willow Hill School?
411 students attend Willow Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Willow Hill School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Hill School?
Willow Hill School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willow Hill School offer ?
Willow Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Hill School part of?
Willow Hill School is part of Abington School District.
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