School Overview
Willard Elementary School, located at 370 W Spring St in South Elgin, Illinois, is part of School District U-46, the second-largest school district in the state. The school serves a diverse student population, typically covering grades PK through 6, and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. As a community-focused institution, Willard utilizes the district’s comprehensive curriculum while integrating local resources to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school.

The school is characterized by its dedication to a "whole child" approach, offering various programs that support individualized learning and student engagement. Beyond the standard classroom curriculum, Willard often provides opportunities for extracurricular involvement, encouraging students to participate in activities that build leadership and collaboration skills. By maintaining a supportive partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding South Elgin community, the school aims to create a stable, encouraging foundation that helps each student reach their full potential.
366
Total Students
21.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Willard Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White129
Hispanic192
Black19
Asian4
Two or More19
American Indian3
  • Hispanic
    192 (52.5 %)
  • White
    129 (35.2 %)
  • Black
    19 (5.2 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.2 %)
  • Asian
    4 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SD U-46
Phone: (847)888-5275
Website: http://schools.u-46.org/willard
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 366
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 19
Kindergarten 37
Grade 1 46
Grade 2 48
Grade 3 47
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 69
Grade 6 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Willard Elem School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten19
Kindergarten37
Grade 146
Grade 248
Grade 347
Grade 447
Grade 569
Grade 653
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Willard Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18149.5%
Male18550.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)