Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph Williams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph Williams Elementary School serves the southeast part of Gainesville, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Williams Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph Williams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Williams Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2273 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Williams Elementary School is ranked #2273 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Joseph Williams Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Williams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. W. Norton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Joseph Williams Elementary School?
398 students attend Joseph Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Joseph Williams Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Williams Elementary School?
Joseph Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph Williams Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Williams Elementary School part of?
Joseph Williams Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has a very good quality of academic programs.I think this is a very good quality for students.I totally recommend this school for others.Really!
5 10/10/2025
Great magnet programs and students.
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