Serving 140 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willits Elementary Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willits Elementary Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Willits Elementary Charter's student population of 140 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willits Elementary Charter 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 Willits Elementary Charter is 0.48, 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
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willits Elementary Charter's ranking?
Willits Elementary Charter is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willits Elementary Charter often compared to?
Willits Elementary Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, La Vida Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willits Elementary Charter?
140 students attend Willits Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Willits Elementary Charter students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willits Elementary Charter?
Willits Elementary Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willits Elementary Charter offer ?
Willits Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Willits Elementary Charter part of?
Willits Elementary Charter is part of Willits Elementary Charter School District.
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