Willis Elementary

Willis Elementary in Willis, Virginia, is a regular public school serving pre-kindergarten through seventh grade. With an enrollment of 171 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.5:1, the school provides personalized attention to each child. Located in rural Floyd County, Willis Elementary benefits from small-town charm and close-knit community support.

The academic performance at Willis Elementary places it in the lower half of Virginia schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and an overall state ranking of #1634 out of 1856 schools. Students perform around average for their grade levels, with 71% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in ELA/Reading and 69% doing the same in Math. Willis Elementary focuses on fostering a nurturing environment that supports student development and growth, especially in a rural setting where every child is valued as part of the close-knit community.

With an enrollment of 171 students, Willis Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Willis Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.