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#6973 of 9,539 schools in CA
Willard Elementary
Elementary School · Pasadena Unified
301 South Madre St., Pasadena, CA 91107
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,973 of 9,539
In Pasadena
#15 of 21
public schools
In district
#19 of 23
Pasadena Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Willard Elementary
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About Willard Elementary
Willard Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasadena, CA, part of Pasadena Unified. Willard Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,973 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willard Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Willard Elementary runs 21.9:1 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 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
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
301 South Madre St., Pasadena, CA 91107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field (Eugene) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carver Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Marino), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SS FELICITAS & PERPETUA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Marino), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc Pasadena | 0.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Learning Works Pasadena | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| WALDEN SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Clairbourn School San Gabriel | 1.0 mi | — |
| CLAIRBOURN SCHOOL San Gabriel | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Carver Elementary San Marino | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Saints Felicitas and Perpetua School San Marino | 1.2 mi | — |
| SS FELICITAS & PERPETUA SCHOOL San Marino | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Hugo Reid Elementary Arcadia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SAN MARINO MONTESSORI Pasadena | 1.1 mi | — |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Pasadena | 1.3 mi | — |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Teaching Great Children Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pasadena High Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| LA SALLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Gregory's A. & M. Hovsepian School Pasadena | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST GREGORYS A & M HOVSEPIAN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,880
Median Home Value
$1,106,600
Median Rent
$2,311/mo
Population
32,944
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alicia Reyes Elementary Merced, CA | 5.2 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 5.2 |
| Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville, CA | 5.2 |
| Apple Blossom Sebastopol, CA | 5.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland, CA | 5.2 |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin, CA | 5.2 |
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 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary is 21.9:1. 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 #6,973 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% 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?
71.7% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (626) 396-5690
Resources & Links
District
Pasadena Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,978
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,565
- District Rank
- #19 of 23
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