At a glance
Reported students
596
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
35.92
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado elementary enrollment
89th percentile
Compared with 1,017 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
400
Willow Elementary School: 596 reported students.
State peer staffing position
73rd percentile
16.6:1 reported; state peer median 15.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 523
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36.96
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.2:1
What the reported data says about Willow Elementary School
Willow Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Denver. It is one of 191 current school records connected to School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. NCES reports 596 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,017 elementary schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 370 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 89th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.6:1, close to the Colorado median of 15.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (26.3%). English learners represent 8.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Willow Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 16.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 35.92 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 29%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46.3%
- Hispanic26.3%
- Black9.1%
- Asian6.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial10.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Marie L. Greenwood Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
597 reported students
Highline Academy Southeast
Elementary · Grades KG–08
591 reported students
Gust Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
602 reported students
Highline Academy Northeast
Elementary · Grades PK–05
589 reported students
Denver Green School Southeast
Elementary · Grades KG–08
586 reported students
Farrell B. Howell ECE-8 School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
585 reported students
Public schools near Willow Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Elementary Elementary · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | PK–05 | 645 | 1.3 mi |
| Rose Hill Elementary School Elementary · School District N. 14 in the county of Adams & State of Colo | PK–06 | 315 | 1.3 mi |
| Swigert International School Elementary · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | PK–05 | 673 | 1.8 mi |
| Academy 360 Elementary · Charter · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | PK–05 | 201 | 2.1 mi |
| Monarch Montessori Elementary · Charter · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | KG–05 | 282 | 2.2 mi |
| Smith Elementary School Elementary · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | PK–05 | 457 | 2.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Willow Elementary School
What grades does Willow Elementary School serve?
Willow Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C.
How many students attend Willow Elementary School?
Willow Elementary School reported 596 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 89th percentile among 1,017 Colorado elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 523 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Willow Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 16.6:1, based on 596 students and 35.92 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Colorado median for the same school level is 15.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Willow Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Willow Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Willow Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
29% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Willow Elementary School in?
Willow Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C, based in Denver, CO, which operates 191 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Willow Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Inspire Elementary (1.3 mi), Rose Hill Elementary School (1.3 mi), Swigert International School (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.