Excellent
#165 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 7% in state
Willard North Elem.
Elementary School · WILLARD R-II
409 FARMER RD, Willard, MO 65781
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#165 of 2,221
In Willard
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
WILLARD R-II
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Willard North Elem.
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About Willard North Elem.
Willard North Elem. is a public elementary school in Willard, MO, part of WILLARD R-II. Willard North Elem. serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard North Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Willard North Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Willard North Elem. — Students at Willard North Elem. score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO 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: 8.6/10.
How Willard North Elem. Compares
See how Willard North Elem. 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
409 FARMER RD, Willard, MO 65781
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard North Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASH GROVE ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Ash Grove), with a very similar rating. Another option is WILLARD EAST ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BISSETT ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Willard, see our Willard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLARD INTERMEDIATE NORTH Willard | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLARD MIDDLE Willard | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| WILLARD EAST ELEM. Willard | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLARD HIGH Willard | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WILLARD CENTRAL ELEM. Springfield | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BOIS D'ARC ELEM. Bois D'Arc | 5.2 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLARD SOUTH ELEM. Springfield | 6.2 mi | 4.0 |
| WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH Springfield | 7.4 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM Springfield | 7.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BISSETT ELEM. Springfield | 7.6 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLIAMS ELEM. Springfield | 7.4 mi | 4.2 |
| WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield | 8.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTPORT ELEM. Springfield | 8.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Springfield | 8.6 mi | — |
| YORK ELEM. Springfield | 8.4 mi | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield | 9.3 mi | — |
| HILLCREST HIGH Springfield | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield | 9.3 mi | — |
| ASH GROVE ELEM. Ash Grove | 7.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ASH GROVE HIGH Ash Grove | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65781 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,978
Median Home Value
$210,500
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
9,160
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 8.5 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur, MO | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.5 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard North Elem.
What grades does Willard North Elem. serve?
Willard North Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Willard North Elem.?
Willard North Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard North Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard North Elem. is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard North Elem. rank in MO?
Willard North Elem. ranks #165 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Willard North Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Willard North Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 North Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard North Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Willard North Elem. a charter school?
No, Willard North Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard North Elem. a Title I school?
No, Willard North Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard North Elem.?
41.2% of students at Willard North Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Greene County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (417) 742-2597
Resources & Links
District
WILLARD R-II- District Enrollment
- 4,648
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,953
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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