Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Willow Road School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Road School's student population of 486 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Road School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Road School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1664 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Road School's ranking?
Willow Road School is ranked #1664 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willow Road School often compared to?
Willow Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Dever School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willow Road School?
486 students attend Willow Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Willow Road School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Road School?
Willow Road School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willow Road School offer ?
Willow Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Road School part of?
Willow Road School is part of Valley Stream 13 Union Free School District.
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