Serving 423 students in grades 9-12, Willows High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willows High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Willows High School's student population of 423 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willows High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willows High School is 0.56, 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
#5734 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willows High School's ranking?
Willows High School is ranked #5734 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willows High School often compared to?
Willows High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orland High School, Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willows High School?
The graduation rate of Willows High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Willows High School?
423 students attend Willows High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Willows High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willows High School?
Willows High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willows High School offer ?
Willows High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Willows High School part of?
Willows High School is part of Willows Unified School District.
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