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#4066 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 48% in state
Based on limited data
Willett EL
Elementary School · FORNEY ISD
1896 S GATEWAY BLVD, Forney, TX 75126
Enrollment
671
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
671
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,066 of 8,552
In Forney
#10 of 17
public schools
In district
#10 of 17
FORNEY ISD
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Willett EL
Elementary School in Forney · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Willett EL
Willett EL is a public elementary school in Forney, TX, part of FORNEY ISD. Willett EL serves approximately 671 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Willett EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,066 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Willett EL show 56% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Willett EL — Students at Willett EL score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Willett EL Compares
See how Willett EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1896 S GATEWAY BLVD, Forney, TX 75126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willett EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHNSON EL (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOBLE REED (rated 7.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Crandall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRIFFIN EL (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forney, see our Forney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HENDERSON EL Forney | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RHEA INT Forney | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BLACKBURN EL Forney | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| FORNEY H S Forney | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BROWN MIDDLE Forney | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| BARBARA WALKER EL Crandall | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| CROSBY EL Forney | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| SMITH INT Forney | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CLAYBON EL Forney | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH FORNEY H S Forney | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GRIFFIN EL Forney | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLLIS T DIETZ EL Crandall | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| FORNEY LEARNING ACADEMY Forney | 3.7 mi | — |
| CRANDALL MIDDLE Crandall | 3.9 mi | 4.0 |
| CRISWELL EL Forney | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHNSON EL Forney | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WARREN MIDDLE Forney | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Forney | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| RHODES IS Forney | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NOBLE REED Crandall | 5.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,001
Median Home Value
$337,200
Median Rent
$1,930/mo
Population
77,116
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
31.8
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| A V CATO EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.5 |
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| ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan, TX | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willett EL
What grades does Willett EL serve?
Willett EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Willett EL?
Willett EL has an enrollment of approximately 671 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willett EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Willett EL is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willett EL rank in TX?
Willett EL ranks #4,066 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Willett EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Willett EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Willett EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willett EL has 56% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Willett EL a charter school?
No, Willett EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willett EL a Title I school?
No, Willett EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willett EL?
34.3% of students at Willett EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 671
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Kaufman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (469) 762-4100
Resources & Links
District
FORNEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 17,002
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,032
- District Rank
- #10 of 17
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