Willis ISD School District
School District · Willis, Texas
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
11
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,720
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
11
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,720
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
How this district compares
Texas rank
#711 of 898
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Texas avg
Per-pupil spending
$9,720
$3,248 vs Texas median
District size
8,974 students
Much larger than Texas median
About Willis ISD
Willis ISD is a Willis, Texas school district serving 11 schools. The district educates 8,974 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1. The district invests $9,720 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.8/10, Willis ISD demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Parmley EL, which has a composite score of 7.5/10.
In standardized testing, Willis ISD students show an average math proficiency of 41.5% and ELA proficiency of 40.1%.
The district includes 6 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Willis ISD, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Willis ISD with test data.
Schools in Willis ISD
11 schools Elementary Schools 6
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Texas
- City
- Willis
- Total Enrollment
- 8,974
- Teachers (FTE)
- 518
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Willis ISD?
Willis ISD has 11 schools in total — 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Willis ISD?
The average composite rating for Willis ISD is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Willis ISD?
Willis ISD spends $9,720 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Willis ISD?
The average student-teacher ratio in Willis ISD is 17.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Willis ISD?
Parmley EL is the highest-rated school in Willis ISD with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What are the test scores in Willis ISD?
Across schools in Willis ISD with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 40.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Willis ISD compare to other districts in Texas?
Willis ISD has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 11 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Texas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 40.1%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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- Brownsville ISD (56)
- Amarillo ISD (55)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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