Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Willard Elementary School's student population of 176 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Willard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3023 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
43%
28%
Black
18%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Elementary School is ranked #3023 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
176 students attend Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Willard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willard Elementary School offer ?
Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willard Elementary School part of?
Willard Elementary School is part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Willard Elementary School located?
Willard Elementary School is located in the Willard And Wharton neighborhood of Moline, IL.
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