Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Elementary School's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#244 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
9%
5%
White
46%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Willow Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inspire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Willow Elementary School?
596 students attend Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Willow Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Elementary School?
Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willow Elementary School offer ?
Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Elementary School part of?
Willow Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Willow Elementary School located?
Willow Elementary School is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Montbello.
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