Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralph M. Williams Junior Elementary School serves the eastern part of Rockledge, FL, covering an approximate area of 5.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
TO SERVE EVERY STUDENT WITH EXCELLENCE AS THE STANDARD
School Rankings
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1209 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School's ranking?
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School is ranked #1209 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School often compared to?
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hans Christian Andersen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School?
436 students attend Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School?
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School offer ?
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School part of?
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School is part of Brevard School District.
In what neighborhood is Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School located?
Ralph M Williams Junior Elementary School is located in the Viera North neighborhood of Rockledge, FL.
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