Very Good
#2785 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Willow Elementary
Elementary School · Napa Valley Unified
1480 El Centro Ave., Napa, CA 94558
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,785 of 9,539
In Napa
#2 of 23
public schools
In district
#2 of 26
Napa Valley Unified
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Willow Elementary
Elementary School in Napa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Willow Elementary
Willow Elementary is a public elementary school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Willow Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,785 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Willow Elementary runs 24.4:1 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.
34% 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 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
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
1480 El Centro Ave., Napa, CA 94558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pueblo Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bel Aire Park Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Montessori of Napa Valley Napa | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST APOLLINARIS SCHOOL Napa | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Apollinaris Elementary School Napa | 0.6 mi | — |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI OF NAPA VALLEY Napa | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| NAPA MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE INC. Napa | 0.5 mi | — |
| Vintage High Napa | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| JUSTIN-SIENA Napa | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Unidos Middle Napa | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Justin-Siena Napa | 0.7 mi | — |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Northwood Elementary Napa | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Redwood Middle Napa | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Hopewell Baptist Christian Academy Napa | 1.1 mi | — |
| Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep Napa | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Napa | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| St. John's Lutheran Elementary Napa | 1.2 mi | — |
| KOLBE ACADEMY & TRINITY PREP Napa | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| La Sagrada Familia Catholic International Home School Academy Napa | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley Oak High Napa | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,444
Median Home Value
$855,600
Median Rent
$2,248/mo
Population
64,552
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
44.5
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|---|---|
| Akers Elementary Lemoore, CA | 7.4 |
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Elementary
What grades does Willow Elementary serve?
Willow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willow Elementary?
Willow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Elementary is 24.4:1. 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 #2,785 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
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?
56.4% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Napa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (707) 253-3771
Resources & Links
District
Napa Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,116
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,673
- District Rank
- #2 of 26
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