Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple and Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3057 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
50%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School's ranking?
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School?
281 students attend Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School students are Asian, 48% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School?
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School offer ?
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School part of?
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary School is part of Garvey Elementary School District.
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