Below Average
#8251 of 9,539 schools in CA
Willow Elementary
Elementary School · San Ysidro Elementary
226 Willow Rd., San Ysidro, CA 92173
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,251 of 9,539
In San Ysidro
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
San Ysidro Elementary
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Willow Elementary
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About Willow Elementary
Willow Elementary is a public elementary school in San Ysidro, CA, part of San Ysidro Elementary. Willow Elementary serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,251 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Willow Elementary runs 20.2:1 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.
41% 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 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
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
226 Willow Rd., San Ysidro, CA 92173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Hills (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Wing Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Juarez-Lincoln Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Ysidro, see our San Ysidro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL San Ysidro | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel School San Ysidro | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Ysidro Middle San Ysidro | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| TACK INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| TACK INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Sunset Elementary San Ysidro | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| La Mirada Elementary San Ysidro | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Smythe Elementary San Ysidro | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Los Altos Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Vista Del Mar San Ysidro | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Ocean View Hills San Diego | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| San Ysidro High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Juarez-Lincoln Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Silver Wing Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Howard Pence Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Southwest Middle San Diego | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,865
Median Home Value
$521,800
Median Rent
$1,588/mo
Population
26,507
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36.3
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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 686 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Elementary is 20.2:1. 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 #8,251 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
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?
70.1% 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 686
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (619) 428-2231
Resources & Links
District
San Ysidro Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,205
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,300
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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