Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Willis H. Justice Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky 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 Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willis H. Justice Elementary School's student population of 481 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Willis H. Justice Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis H. Justice Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#511 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clark County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis H. Justice Elementary School's ranking?
Willis H. Justice Elementary School is ranked #511 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Willis H. Justice Elementary School often compared to?
Willis H. Justice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strode Station Elementary School, William G. Conkwright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Willis H. Justice Elementary School?
481 students attend Willis H. Justice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Willis H. Justice Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willis H. Justice Elementary School?
Willis H. Justice Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willis H. Justice Elementary School offer ?
Willis H. Justice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willis H. Justice Elementary School part of?
Willis H. Justice Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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