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Willow Park Elementary School

Elementary School · WEST FARGO 6

4901 15th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103

Enrollment

465

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Dakota schools

#301 of 451

In Fargo

#18 of 27

public schools

In district

#17 of 22

WEST FARGO 6

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Willow Park Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Fargo · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Willow Park Elementary School

Willow Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fargo, ND, part of WEST FARGO 6. Willow Park Elementary School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 451 schools in ND.

Structured state assessment records for Willow Park Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Willow Park Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,701
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Willow Park Elementary School — Students at Willow Park Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from ND state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Willow Park Elementary School Compares

See how Willow Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
34th percentile in ND
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4901 15th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willow Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby West Fargo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OSGOOD ELEM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fargo, see our Fargo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST FARGO HIGH SCHOOL West Fargo 0.8 mi 5.6
CHENEY MIDDLE SCHOOL West Fargo 0.8 mi 6.7
L E BERGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo 1.2 mi 4.8
EASTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo 1.1 mi 6.3
TRINITY ELEMENTARY West Fargo 1.7 mi 6.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER West Fargo 1.5 mi 4.6
WEST FARGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL West Fargo 1.6 mi
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo 1.8 mi 5.3
SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo 1.6 mi 6.3
WEST FARGO HIGH VIRTUAL ACADEMY West Fargo 1.9 mi 3.5
WEST FARGO ELEMENTARY VIRTUAL ACADEMY West Fargo 1.9 mi
WEST FARGO MIDDLE VIRTUAL ACADEMY West Fargo 1.9 mi
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL West Fargo 2.6 mi 5.7
INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 2.7 mi 8.6
DAKOTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fargo 1.9 mi 4.6
WEST FARGO SHEYENNE HIGH SCHOOL West Fargo 2.9 mi 5.6
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo 2.2 mi 8.2
BROOKS HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo 2.3 mi 6.7
OSGOOD ELEM SCHOOL Fargo 3.3 mi 7.4
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo 3.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,699

Median Home Value

$239,200

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

48,520

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

41.8%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
ED CLAPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND 5.4
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND 5.3
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Fargo, ND 5.3
FT LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan, ND 5.3
RITA MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND 5.3
THOMPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thompson, ND 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willow Park Elementary School

What grades does Willow Park Elementary School serve?

Willow Park Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Willow Park Elementary School?

Willow Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Willow Park Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Willow Park Elementary School rank in ND?

Willow Park Elementary School ranks #301 of 451 schools in ND.

What is Willow Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willow Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Park Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

Is Willow Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Willow Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Willow Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Willow Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Park Elementary School?

71.6% of students at Willow Park Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cass County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

District

WEST FARGO 6
District Enrollment
12,865
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,701
District Rank
#17 of 22

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