Tanner Williams Elementary School ranked #247 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #283 in 2022 but showing volatility since 2010 when it was ranked #106; it is among the top 20% of Alabama public schools overall.
Math proficiency was 45–49% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, with a declining trend from 90% in 2012 and 85% in 2013; reading proficiency was 55–59%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was 70–79%, significantly higher than the Alabama state average of 38%, maintaining a top 5% state ranking in this subject.
Enrollment slightly increased to 334 students from 311 in 2023, with a consistent student–teacher ratio of approximately 19:1; 54% of students qualified for free lunch showing economic need within the student body.
The school serves grades pre–kindergarten through 5 with a minority enrollment of 7%, primarily White (309 students), and is Title I eligible reflecting a higher proportion of low–income families.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tanner Williams Elementary School serves the west part of Wilmer, AL, covering an area of approximately 54.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tanner Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tanner Williams Elementary School's student population of 304 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tanner Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tanner Williams Elementary School is 0.17, which is less 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
#247 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tanner Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Tanner Williams Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Tanner Williams Elementary School?
304 students attend Tanner Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Tanner Williams Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tanner Williams Elementary School?
Tanner Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tanner Williams Elementary School offer ?
Tanner Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tanner Williams Elementary School part of?
Tanner Williams Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
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