Very Good
#565 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 32% in state
Willard
Elementary School · Concord
185 Powder Mill Rd, Concord, MA 01742
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#565 of 1,793
In Concord
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Concord
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Willard
Elementary School in Concord · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Willard
Willard is a public elementary school in Concord, MA, part of Concord. Willard serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #565 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Willard show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Willard — Students at Willard score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Willard Compares
See how Willard performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
185 Powder Mill Rd, Concord, MA 01742
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter Noyes (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln School (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. Additionally, General John Nixon Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Concord Middle Concord | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Thoreau Concord | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Josiah Haynes Sudbury | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Concord Carlisle High Concord | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Alcott Concord | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Peter Noyes Sudbury | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| THE FENN SCHOOL Concord | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln School Lincoln | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| The Children's Way Preschool Wayland | 4.8 mi | — |
| Ephraim Curtis Middle Sudbury | 4.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Maynard High Maynard | 3.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Luther Conant School Acton | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Fowler School Maynard | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$211,435
Median Home Value
$1,139,200
Median Rent
$2,471/mo
Population
18,337
College Educated
79.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avery Dedham, MA | 7.2 |
| Craneville Dalton, MA | 7.2 |
| Dean S Luce Canton, MA | 7.2 |
| Elwyn G Campbell New Bedford, MA | 7.2 |
| Fiske Lexington, MA | 7.2 |
| German Gerena Community School Springfield, MA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard
What grades does Willard serve?
Willard serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Willard?
Willard has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard rank in MA?
Willard ranks #565 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Willard's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Willard?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Willard a charter school?
No, Willard is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard a Title I school?
No, Willard is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (978) 318-1340
Resources & Links
District
Concord- District Enrollment
- 1,971
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,110
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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