Serving 317 students in grades 3-5, Albert C Williams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Albert C Williams Elementary in Commerce, TX encompasses an area of 115.1 square miles, serving the entire school district. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert C Williams Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Albert C Williams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert C Williams Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7017 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
47%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert C Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Albert C Williams Elementary School is ranked #7017 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Albert C Williams Elementary School?
317 students attend Albert C Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Albert C Williams Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert C Williams Elementary School?
Albert C Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert C Williams Elementary School offer ?
Albert C Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Albert C Williams Elementary School part of?
Albert C Williams Elementary School is part of Commerce Independent School District.
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