Serving 906 students in grades 6-8, Franklin L. Williams School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin L. Williams School serves the northern part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Typically, families in this zone can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin L. Williams School's student population of 906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them!
School Rankings
Franklin L. Williams School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin L. Williams School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1647 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin L. Williams School's ranking?
Franklin L. Williams School is ranked #1647 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Franklin L. Williams School often compared to?
Franklin L. Williams Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin L. Williams School?
906 students attend Franklin L. Williams School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Franklin L. Williams School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin L. Williams School?
Franklin L. Williams School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin L. Williams School offer ?
Franklin L. Williams School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin L. Williams School part of?
Franklin L. Williams School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin L. Williams School located?
Franklin L. Williams School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
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