Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willits Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willits Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willits Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Willits Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willits Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
42%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willits Elementary School's ranking?
Willits Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willits Elementary School often compared to?
Willits Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baylis Elementary School, South Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willits Elementary School?
301 students attend Willits Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Willits Elementary School students are Asian, 42% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willits Elementary School?
Willits Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willits Elementary School offer ?
Willits Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willits Elementary School part of?
Willits Elementary School is part of Syosset Central School District.
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