WILLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Willis Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Floyd County Public Schools school district, located in Willis, VA with about 224 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 7th 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 14 teachers, Willis Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Willis Elementary School is a public primary school located in the rural community of Willis, Virginia, situated along Floyd Highway South. Serving students in Floyd County, the school functions as a foundational educational hub for the local area, focusing on core academic development, social growth, and community engagement. As part of the Floyd County Public Schools district, it emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique needs of elementary-aged children in a close-knit, mountainous setting.

The school is deeply integrated into the culture of Floyd County, often reflecting the area's values of community involvement and personalized instruction. While maintaining a standard curriculum that aligns with Virginia’s state educational benchmarks, Willis Elementary typically leverages its rural location to foster a safe and nurturing atmosphere. By balancing traditional classroom learning with local community support, the school aims to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the middle and high school levels within the district.

For more information, contact Willis Elementary at (540) 745-9430 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.