Willow Elementary School

Summary:

Willow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denver, Colorado, serving 594 students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. This school stands out as a high-performing institution within the School District No. 1, consistently ranking among the top 25% of Colorado elementary schools and significantly outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests.

Willow Elementary's academic excellence is evident in its CMAS (Colorado Measures of Academic Success) test scores, which are consistently higher than the district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates were 57.6% in English Language Arts, 51.9% in Math, and 47.2% in Science, compared to the district's 40.7%, 31.2%, and 32.7%, respectively, and the state's 44.1%, 34.2%, and 37.9%. This consistent academic performance suggests that Willow Elementary is providing a high-quality education to its diverse student population, which includes a higher percentage of White and Asian students compared to some of the nearby schools, such as John H. Amesse Elementary and Swigert International School.

Another factor that sets Willow Elementary apart is its relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 16.84% in the 2022-2023 school year, compared to the nearby schools, which range from 15.59% to 92.86%. This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the school's academic success, as research has shown a correlation between socioeconomic status and educational outcomes. Overall, Willow Elementary's exceptional performance, diverse student population, and unique socioeconomic factors make it a standout institution within the School District No. 1, providing a superior educational experience to its students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 8499 E Stoll Place
       Denver, CO  80238-3262


(720) 424-2100

District: School District No. 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
220th of 943 Colorado Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,442 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  16.5 Help
Number of students:  594

Racial breakdown:

White:
56.2%
Hispanic:
19.9%
Two or more races:
11.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  16.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Willow Elementary School ranks better than 76.7% of elementary schools in Colorado. It also ranks 25th among 94 ranked elementary schools in the School District No. 1. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 74.14. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Willow Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the School District No. 1.  (See more...)
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Willow Elementary School is $15,442. 95 elementary schools in the School District No. 1 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Willow Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Willow Elementary School 220th of 943 Colorado public elementary schools. (See Willow Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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School District No. 1:

SchoolDigger ranks School District No. 1 78th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Willow Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Willow Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2017 79.84 161st 929 82.7%
2018 78.22 183rd 917 80.0%
2019 79.79 170th 965 82.4%
2021 85.93 91st 710 87.2%
2022 84.73 111th 921 87.9%
2023 79.89 167th 933 82.1%
2024 74.14 220th 943 76.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Willow Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 50.52 152nd 332 54.2%
2023 77.40 39th 265 85.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Willow Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 73.28 154th 690 77.7%
2019 78.13 140th 758 81.5%
2021 72.73 107th 351 69.5%
2022 81.99 88th 595 85.2%
2023 66.40 194th 642 69.8%
2024 65.34 217th 684 68.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Willow Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.22 178th 693 74.3%
2019 71.46 180th 764 76.4%
2021 81.54 68th 352 80.7%
2022 72.16 155th 594 73.9%
2023 77.10 130th 649 80.0%
2024 65.17 220th 683 67.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Willow Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 88.34 13th 197 93.4%
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Rank History for White students at Willow Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.95 84th 337 75.1%
2019 72.23 134th 596 77.5%
2021 74.57 69th 288 76.0%
2022 76.12 93rd 454 79.5%
2023 74.14 113th 525 78.5%
2024 65.65 183rd 539 66.0%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Colorado Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Willow Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2015 136 20 9 31 0 1 18 0 215
2016 243 42 20 70 1 1 40 0 417
2017 311 50 25 77 0 1 51 0 515
2018 358 48 34 74 0 0 63 0 577
2019 389 45 40 87 0 0 61 0 622
2020 395 38 35 102 1 1 56 0 628
2021 368 44 35 105 1 2 49 0 604
2022 367 31 32 120 1 0 63 0 614
2023 334 35 39 118 2 0 66 0 594

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Willow Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2015 215 15.0 14.3 10.2
2016 417 25.0 16.6 15.1
2017 515 30.0 17.1 15.3
2018 577 33.7 17.0 12.8
2019 622 36.2 17.1 15.3
2020 628 36.3 17.3 15.1
2021 604 35.8 16.8 16.1
2022 614 33.9 18.0 12.9
2023 594 35.8 16.5 16.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Willow Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2015 215 15.0 14.3 10.2
2016 417 25.0 16.6 15.1
2017 515 30.0 17.1 15.3
2018 577 33.7 17.0 12.8
2019 622 36.2 17.1 15.3
2020 628 36.3 17.3 15.1
2021 604 35.8 16.8 16.1
2022 614 33.9 18.0 12.9
2023 594 35.8 16.5 16.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Willow Elementary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $11,113
2020 $11,135
2021 $11,976
2022 $13,108
2023 $15,442

Data source: Colorado Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Willow Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 170th of 965 Elementary schoolsRanks 167th of 933 Elementary schools
 0.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Willow Elementary School)58.466.3
 7.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (School District No. 1)39.440.1
 0.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)41.339.9
 1.4%
3rd Grade Math (Willow Elementary School)53.859.3
 5.5%
   3rd Grade Math (School District No. 1)37.536.4
 1.1%
   3rd Grade Math (Colorado)4140.4
 0.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Willow Elementary School)67.546.1
 21.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (School District No. 1)43.640.6
 3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)4843.8
 4.2%
4th Grade Math (Willow Elementary School)64.341.6
 22.7%
   4th Grade Math (School District No. 1)31.229
 2.2%
   4th Grade Math (Colorado)33.632.7
 0.9%
5th Grade Science (Willow Elementary School)40.552.9
 12.4%
   5th Grade Science (School District No. 1)25.926.2
 0.3%
   5th Grade Science (Colorado)35.933.9
 2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Willow Elementary School)63.780
 16.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (School District No. 1)42.341.2
 1.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)48.447.8
 0.6%
5th Grade Math (Willow Elementary School)53.256.5
 3.3%
   5th Grade Math (School District No. 1)34.933.2
 1.7%
   5th Grade Math (Colorado)35.736.5
 0.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Willow Elementary School)63.364.8
 1.5%
   All Grades English Language Arts (School District No. 1)42.840.3
 2.5%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Willow Elementary School)57.352.8
 4.5%
   All Grades Math (School District No. 1)32.730.3
 2.4%
   All Grades Math (Colorado)34.732.9
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students622594
 4.5%
African American4535
 22.2%
American Indian02
Asian4039
 2.5%
Hispanic87118
 35.6%
Pacific Islander00
White389334
 14.1%
Two or More Races6166
 8.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients15.3%16.8%
 1.6%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 594 students attended Willow Elementary School.

Students at Willow Elementary School are 56% White, 20% Hispanic, 11% Two or more races, 7% Asian, 6% African American.

Willow Elementary School ranks 220th of 943 Colorado elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Colorado Department of Education.

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