Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manford Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Manford Williams Elementary serves the eastern part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manford Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manford Williams Elementary School's student population of 683 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
683 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manford Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manford Williams Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
30%
13%
White
14%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manford Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Manford Williams Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Manford Williams Elementary School often compared to?
Manford Williams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cora Thomas Elementary School, Don Carter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Manford Williams Elementary School?
683 students attend Manford Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Manford Williams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manford Williams Elementary School?
Manford Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manford Williams Elementary School offer ?
Manford Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Manford Williams Elementary School part of?
Manford Williams Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My child started at Williams last year. Ms. Wilson is involved in every aspect of the school. She is a great leader & it shows. We love it at Williams.
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