Named for a former judge who served as president of the Florida and National School Board Associations in the 1950s, Robert Willis Elementary School is in the Manatee County school district. Nearly 800 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade attend the home of the Geckos.
The public school’s vision is “to promote and foster student achievement by providing an academically enriching environment that nurtures and supports the whole child.”
Students’ average test scores and student progress are well above the state average.
Every quarter, outstanding students who demonstrate the Eight Keys of Excellence – including Integrity and Speak with Good Purpose – receive Gecko Awards during an assembly. The Purposeful People program teaches a different character trait each month. A few of the featured traits are creativity, responsibility and gratitude.
An active Parent Teacher Organization helps run events throughout the year, such as the Walk-a-Thon fundraiser, Holiday Shoppe and the twice-a-year book fair.
Willis Elementary has a mandatory uniform policy, and it offers bus service and a before- and after-school program through the county school system. Situated near the major thoroughfare of University Parkway, the school is in a residential area.
Robert E. Willis Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
14705 THE MASTERS Ave,
Lakewood Ranch, FL
Manatee County School District
School Details
Head of School
Mr. William Stenger
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
85%
Reading Proficiency
80%
Niche Grade
A
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
80%
Math Proficiency
85%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
22.4%
GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
9%
State Average
20%
Science
12%
State Average
23%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
342:1
Student Diversity
Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%
White
71%
Hispanic
14%
Two or more races
7.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.6%
Black
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
3/4/2025
Such a great school. My daughter loved it here, she was excited to go every day and she had no negative experiences. She made friends, learned so much, and it truly was a pleasure to have had her attend. We moved, but we will never forget her short time at this school. It definitely left a positive...
4/29/2024
Outstanding school with an amazing staff! The shared knowledge and collaboration among the teaching teams creates an energy and motivation to always strive for higher achievement. The school has an exciting learning environment for both students and staff. Just walking through the halls you will see...
4/26/2024
An all around amazing school from the education to school support!
4/26/2024
Willis elementary is an amazing school. The staff is very welcoming and knows what to do to help the students.
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$275K - $3.5M
Homes For Sale
465
Average Home Value
$753,837
Median Lot Size
8,712 Sq Ft
% Renters
22%
Average Household Income
$141,368
% of College Grads
54.2%
Median Age
52
Average House Size
2,535 Sq Ft
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Additional Schools in the Area
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Lakewood Ranch Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Country Club East Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Bob Gardner Community Park
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
James L. Patton Community Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Lake Manatee State Park
- Camping
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Greenbrook Adventure Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Braden River Nature Park
Myakka Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
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Robert E. Willis Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Lakewood Ranch, FL, in the Lakewood Ranch neighborhood, and is served by the Manatee County School District in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 780 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 85% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 80% are proficient in reading. Robert E. Willis Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $753,837. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pinnacle Academy, Inc., Providence Community School, Out-Of-Door Academy Middle & Upper School, and more. Learn more about what Lakewood Ranch has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Robert E. Willis Elementary School.