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Willow Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
11733 East 205th St., Lakewood, CA 90715
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,771 of 9,539
In Lakewood
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#30 of 30
ABC Unified
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Willow Elementary
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About Willow Elementary
Willow Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakewood, CA, part of ABC Unified. Willow Elementary serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,771 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Willow Elementary runs 20.3:1 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.
36% of students at Willow 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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Willow Elementary — Students at Willow Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.9/10.
How Willow Elementary Compares
See how Willow 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
11733 East 205th St., Lakewood, CA 90715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nixon (Patricia) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cleveland Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Artesia High Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Bragg Elementary Cerritos | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Palms Elementary Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Artesia | 1.2 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Ernest S. McBride Sr. High Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Helen Keller Middle Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Cleveland Elementary Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Ross (Faye) Middle Artesia | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Hawaiian Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,796
Median Home Value
$660,900
Median Rent
$2,196/mo
Population
20,668
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
37.6
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| Albany Park Elementary Delano, CA | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Elementary
What grades does Willow Elementary serve?
Willow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Willow Elementary?
Willow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Elementary rank in CA?
Willow Elementary ranks #5,771 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Willow Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willow Elementary a charter school?
No, Willow Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Elementary?
83.0% of students at Willow 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7910
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #30 of 30
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