Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, J.h. Williams Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J.H. Williams Middle School serves the eastern part of Abbeville, LA, covering an area of approximately 112.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.h. Williams Middle School's student population of 374 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
J.h. Williams Middle 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 J.h. Williams Middle School is 0.61, 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
#927 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.h. Williams Middle School's ranking?
J.h. Williams Middle School is ranked #927 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.h. Williams Middle School often compared to?
J.h. Williams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Vermilion Middle School, Rene A. Rost Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.h. Williams Middle School?
374 students attend J.h. Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J.h. Williams Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.h. Williams Middle School?
J.h. Williams Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.h. Williams Middle School offer ?
J.h. Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.h. Williams Middle School part of?
J.h. Williams Middle School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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