Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fannie C. Williams Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fannie C. Williams Charter School's student population of 485 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Fannie C. Williams Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fannie C. Williams Charter School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1173 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
78%
42%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fannie C. Williams Charter School's ranking?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School is ranked #1173 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Fannie C. Williams Charter School?
485 students attend Fannie C. Williams Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fannie C. Williams Charter School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fannie C. Williams Charter School?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fannie C. Williams Charter School offer ?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fannie C. Williams Charter School part of?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School is part of Fannie C Williams Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Fannie C. Williams Charter School located?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School is located in the New Orleans East Area neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 12 other public schools located in New Orleans East Area.
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