Serving 830 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Willard Avenue Pk-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willard Avenue Pk-8 School's student population of 830 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The mission of the Warren City Schools is to create pathways of success for all students.
School Rankings
Willard Avenue Pk-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Avenue Pk-8 School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2461 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
37%
17%
White
36%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Avenue Pk-8 School's ranking?
Willard Avenue Pk-8 School is ranked #2461 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Willard Avenue Pk-8 School often compared to?
Willard Avenue Pk-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcguffey Pk-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Willard Avenue Pk-8 School?
830 students attend Willard Avenue Pk-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Willard Avenue Pk-8 School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willard Avenue Pk-8 School?
Willard Avenue Pk-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willard Avenue Pk-8 School offer ?
Willard Avenue Pk-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Avenue Pk-8 School part of?
Willard Avenue Pk-8 School is part of Warren City School District.
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