Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Willow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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West Willow Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
West Willow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Willow Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
22%
7%
White
57%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is West Willow Elementary School's ranking?
West Willow Elementary School is ranked #664 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Willow Elementary School often compared to?
West Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Steam Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Willow Elementary School?
541 students attend West Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Willow Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Willow Elementary School?
West Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Willow Elementary School offer ?
West Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Willow Elementary School part of?
West Willow Elementary School is part of Cedar Rapids Community School District.
In what neighborhood is West Willow Elementary School located?
West Willow Elementary School is located in the Cedar Hills neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Hills.
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