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Ranked 227 of 232 in Virginia
Top schools in NorfolkRanked 227 of 232 in Virginia
See top schools in NorfolkWillard Model Elementary School, located at 1511 Willow Wood Drive in Norfolk, Virginia, is a public Pre-K through Grade 5 school within Norfolk City Public Schools. Serving about 449 students, the school maintains a low student-teacher ratio of roughly 10:1, allowing for more individualized instruction.Willard is designated as a “Model” school, meaning it pilots innovative instructional practices for broader district application. It provides preschool readiness, gifted and talented opportunities, and targeted literacy interventions. A majority of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, with nearly all qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.Demographically, the student body is diverse: predominantly African-American and Hispanic, with White and multiracial students comprising the rest. The school’s reading proficiency is about 52%, while math proficiency lags at 27%, underscoring ongoing focus on numeracy skills.
506 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
465 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
New Playground Name
We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....
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Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 8:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
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Willard Model Elementary continues to post balanced growth in reading, with more than half of students reaching proficiency on state assessments.
The school received funding for classroom technology and literacy projects through DonorsChoose campaigns in 2025, reflecting strong community support.
Q1. How is Willard Model Elementary performing academically?
A. Students show ~ 52% proficiency in reading and ~ 27% in math, performing better in literacy than mathematics.
Q2. What is the demographic profile of the student body?
A. The school is about 56% African American, 17% Hispanic, 16% White, and 9% multiracial, with a very high proportion of low-income families.
Q3. What programs make Willard a “Model” school?
A. As a model school, it implements pilot instructional practices, including enhanced literacy initiatives, early childhood readiness programs, and community engagement efforts.
Q4. How is the school rated by external evaluators?
A. Willard holds a 7/10 rating on GreatSchools, indicating above-average standing relative to peers in Norfolk.
Q5. What community resources support Willard Elementary?
A. Classroom projects receive regular support from DonorsChoose, helping supply books, STEM kits, and technology, supplementing district funding.
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