Very Good
#1279 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 37% in state
Willard Elementary School
Elementary School · Willard City
One Flashes Avenue, Willard, OH 44890
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,279 of 3,441
In Willard
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Willard City
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Willard Elementary School
Willard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Willard, OH, part of Willard City. Willard Elementary School serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,279 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Willard Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Willard Elementary School — Students at Willard Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Willard Elementary School Compares
See how Willard Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
One Flashes Avenue, Willard, OH 44890
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seneca East Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Attica), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buckeye Central Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby New Washington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willard, see our Willard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willard Middle School Willard | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Willard High School Willard | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Willard | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CELERYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willard | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Plymouth High School Plymouth | 5.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Shiloh Middle School Plymouth | 5.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Shiloh Elementary School Plymouth | 5.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Buckeye Central High School New Washington | 9.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Buckeye Central Elementary School New Washington | 9.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Buckeye Central Middle School New Washington | 9.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Pioneer Career & Technology Shelby | 10.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Shelby High School Shelby | 11.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby | 11.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Shelby Middle School Shelby | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Shelby | 11.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Seneca East Elementary Attica | 9.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Seneca East High School Attica | 9.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Seneca East Middle School Attica | 9.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville | 13.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Monroeville Elementary School Monroeville | 14.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44890 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,971
Median Home Value
$136,900
Median Rent
$834/mo
Population
10,364
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adena Elementary School Frankfort, OH | 7.1 |
| Brown Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 7.1 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School Newark, OH | 7.1 |
| Conneaut Elementary School Bowling Green, OH | 7.1 |
| Dover Avenue Elementary School Dover, OH | 7.1 |
| E A Powell Elementary School North Baltimore, OH | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard Elementary School
What grades does Willard Elementary School serve?
Willard Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard Elementary School rank in OH?
Willard Elementary School ranks #1,279 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Willard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willard Elementary School a charter school?
No, Willard Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Willard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard Elementary School?
80.4% of students at Willard 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Huron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (419) 935-5341
Resources & Links
District
Willard City- District Enrollment
- 1,223
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,715
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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