Serving 11 students in grades 5-12, Malcolm Williams School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malcolm Williams School's student population of 11 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ingham ISD exists to lead and serve for the achievement and success of all learners.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Malcolm Williams School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
64%
18%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)36.4%
41.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Malcolm Williams School?
11 students attend Malcolm Williams School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Malcolm Williams School students are Black, and 36% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm Williams School?
Malcolm Williams School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Malcolm Williams School offer ?
Malcolm Williams School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malcolm Williams School part of?
Malcolm Williams School is part of Ingham Independent School District.
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