Serving 1,299 students in grades 6-8, C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative & Scientific Arts serves the southwest part of Charleston, SC, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art's student population of 1,299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,299 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#815 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
43%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art's ranking?
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art is ranked #815 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art often compared to?
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Artis often viewed alongside schools like Charleston Charter School For Math And Science, Buist Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art?
1,299 students attend C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art students are White, 37% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art?
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art offer ?
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art part of?
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art located?
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative And Scientific Art is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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