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Willard Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
1055 Freeman Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,660 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#48 of 77
public schools
In district
#53 of 82
Long Beach Unified
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Willard Elementary
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About Willard Elementary
Willard Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Willard Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,660 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willard Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Willard Elementary runs 28:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Willard Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Willard Elementary — Students at Willard Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Willard Elementary Compares
See how Willard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1055 Freeman Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fremont Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAPLE VILLAGE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Olivia Nieto Herrera Elementary Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Jefferson Leadership Academies Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Oaktree Preschool and Kindergarten Long Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| OAKTREE PRESCHOOL Long Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Burbank Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Bryant Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MAPLE VILLAGE WALDORF SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Maple Village Waldorf School Long Beach | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mann Elementary Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Fremont Elementary Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Wilson High Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| The Muse Academy Long Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| Richard D. Browning High Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Whittier Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Jessie Nelson Academy Signal Hill | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Franklin Classical Middle Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Robinson Academy Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,940
Median Home Value
$673,600
Median Rent
$1,801/mo
Population
38,306
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
33.8
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|---|---|
| Antelope Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 5.9 |
| Badillo Elementary Covina, CA | 5.9 |
| Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 5.9 |
| Breeze Hill Elementary Vista, CA | 5.9 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Corcoran, CA | 5.9 |
| Cantara Street Elementary Reseda, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard Elementary
What grades does Willard Elementary serve?
Willard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willard Elementary?
Willard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard Elementary rank in CA?
Willard Elementary ranks #5,660 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Willard Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willard Elementary a charter school?
No, Willard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard Elementary?
79.1% of students at Willard Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (562) 438-9934
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #53 of 82
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