Below Average
#7353 of 9,539 schools in CA
Willits Elementary Charter
Elementary School · Willits Elementary Charter District
405 East Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,353 of 9,539
In Willits
#5 of 8
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Willits Elementary Charter
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About Willits Elementary Charter
Willits Elementary Charter is a public elementary school in Willits, CA, part of Willits Elementary Charter District. Willits Elementary Charter serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Willits Elementary Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,353 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willits Elementary Charter show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Willits Elementary Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Willits Elementary Charter runs 21.7:1 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.
Willits Elementary Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Willits Elementary Charter — Students at Willits Elementary Charter score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 3.7/10.
How Willits Elementary Charter Compares
See how Willits Elementary Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 East Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willits Elementary Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Potter Valley Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Potter Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sherwood (rated 6.8/10, 9.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF MENDOCINO COUNTY (rated 6.5/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Calpella), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willits, see our Willits schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willits High Willits | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Sanhedrin Alternative Willits | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Baechtel Grove Middle Willits | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Willits Charter Willits | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Blosser Lane Elementary Willits | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| La Vida Charter Ukiah | 6.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Sherwood Willits | 9.4 mi | 6.8 |
| DEEP VALLEY CHRISTIAN Redwood Valley | 12.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Deep Valley Christian Redwood Valley | 12.2 mi | — |
| Eagle Peak Middle Redwood Valley | 12.2 mi | 7.0 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF MENDOCINO COUNTY Calpella | 14.4 mi | 6.5 |
| The Waldorf School of Mendocino County Calpella | 14.4 mi | — |
| Calpella Elementary Ukiah | 14.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Potter Valley Elementary Potter Valley | 14.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Potter Valley High Potter Valley | 14.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley | 14.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Ukiah High Ukiah | 18.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Ukiah Independent Study Academy Ukiah | 18.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Orr Creek Ukiah | 18.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95490 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,069
Median Home Value
$383,900
Median Rent
$1,243/mo
Population
14,627
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
42.9
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|---|---|
| Browns Elementary Rio Oso, CA | 4.9 |
| Chester Elementary Chester, CA | 4.9 |
| GRANITE BAY MONTESSORI Roseville, CA | 4.9 |
| Inyokern Elementary Inyokern, CA | 4.9 |
| Landers Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 4.9 |
| Mayberry Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willits Elementary Charter
What grades does Willits Elementary Charter serve?
Willits Elementary Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willits Elementary Charter?
Willits Elementary Charter has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willits Elementary Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Willits Elementary Charter is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willits Elementary Charter rank in CA?
Willits Elementary Charter ranks #7,353 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willits Elementary Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Willits Elementary Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Willits Elementary Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willits Elementary Charter has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Willits Elementary Charter a charter school?
Yes, Willits Elementary Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Willits Elementary Charter a Title I school?
No, Willits Elementary Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willits Elementary Charter?
63.8% of students at Willits Elementary Charter 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
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (707) 459-1400
Resources & Links
District
Willits Elementary Charter District- District Enrollment
- 152
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,228
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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