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#1187 of 1,462 private schools in FL

The Willow School

Elementary School

950 43RD AVE, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,187 of 1,462

In Vero Beach

#6 of 6

public schools

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About The Willow School

The Willow School is a private elementary school in Vero Beach, FL. The Willow School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Willow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,187 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.4 pts below FL schools

5.2

This school 5.2 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 66 students, The Willow School 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.

The Willow School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Willow School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Vero Beach, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

31.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

474

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.2

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 13.6% vs 0%

Black 9.1% vs 0%

Asian 7.6% vs 0%

The Willow School Vero Beach Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Willow School (this school)	—	66	13.2:1	5.2
GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	431	13.9:1	8.7
ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL	0.9 mi	541	15:1	8.9
CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	651	14.5:1	8.3
IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO	1.4 mi	880	146.7:1	7.3
VERO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	610	15.2:1	7.4
IR PREP	2.1 mi	56	7:1	5.5
EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION	2.2 mi	44	—:1	5.1
OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	834	19:1	6.1
OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL	3.0 mi	528	14.7:1	8.3
ST. PETER'S ACADEMY	3.6 mi	92	—:1	4.6
DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.7 mi	519	17.3:1	4.7
GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.1 mi	587	21:1	4.1
INDIAN RIVER ACADEMY	4.5 mi	466	15:1	8.1
BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.6 mi	492	15.4:1	7.8
STORM GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.8 mi	967	19:1	6.0
NORTH COUNTY CHARTER SCHOOL	6.6 mi	261	130.5:1	5.2
LIBERTY MAGNET SCHOOL	8.8 mi	539	14.6:1	9.1
INDIAN RIVER VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	9.4 mi	37	—:1	4.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,111.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 48%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.0 / 10

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Enrollment 66

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.7%

Hispanic 13.6%

Black 9.1%

Asian 7.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

950 43RD AVE, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Willow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vero Beach, see our Vero Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach	0.5 mi	431	8.7
ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach	0.9 mi	541	8.9
GLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach	1.0 mi	203	5.7
CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach	1.2 mi	651	8.3
MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach	1.2 mi	216	6.6
IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO Vero Beach	1.4 mi	880	7.3
VERO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach	1.5 mi	610	7.4
INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach	1.7 mi	691	6.0
VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach	1.7 mi	2,783	5.4
ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vero Beach	2.0 mi	271	5.9
SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach	2.2 mi	45	7.9
IR PREP Vero Beach	2.1 mi	56	5.5
EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION Vero Beach	2.2 mi	44	5.1
OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach	2.2 mi	834	6.1
OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach	3.0 mi	528	8.3
TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach	2.8 mi	25	—
ST. PETER'S ACADEMY Vero Beach	3.6 mi	92	4.6
DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach	3.7 mi	519	4.7
GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach	4.1 mi	587	4.1
INDIAN RIVER ACADEMY Vero Beach	4.5 mi	466	8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,350

Median Home Value

$254,400

Median Rent

$1,171/mo

Population

24,697

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

42.6

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JUST KIDS CENTERS Miami, FL	68	5.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Willow School

What grades does The Willow School serve?

The Willow School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Willow School?

The Willow School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Willow School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Willow School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Willow School rank in FL?

The Willow School ranks #1,187 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is The Willow School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Willow School 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.

Is The Willow School a private school?

Yes, The Willow School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Willow School a religious school?

No, The Willow School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 32 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 66
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 171 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Indian River County
Phone: (772) 770-0758

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