WILLARD SOUTH ELEM.

WILLARD SOUTH ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WILLARD R-II school district, located in SPRINGFIELD, MO with about 441 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, WILLARD SOUTH ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Willard South Elementary, located at 4151 W. Division in Springfield, Missouri, is a primary school serving students within the Willard R-II School District. As part of a district known for balancing a small-town atmosphere with suburban growth, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. The campus focuses on foundational education, prioritizing literacy, numeracy, and social development to prepare its young students for success in later grades.

The school emphasizes community involvement and the development of the "whole child," integrating modern instructional practices with character-building initiatives. By leveraging the resources of the broader Willard school system, Willard South maintains a commitment to academic excellence and student well-being. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for early childhood and elementary education, encouraging strong partnerships between home and school to ensure each student reaches their full potential.

For more information, contact WILLARD SOUTH ELEM. at (417) 862-6308 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.