Walter M. Williams High School, the flagship school of the Alamance-Burlington School System, is a high school in Burlington, North Carolina, United States. It was named in honor of philanthropist, industrialist, and former Burlington City Schools chairman Walter M. Williams.
Serving 1,206 students in grades 9-12, Walter M Williams High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter M Williams High serves the northwest part of Burlington, NC, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter M Williams High School's student population of 1,206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,206 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter M Williams High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter M Williams High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter M Williams High School's ranking?
Walter M Williams High School is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Walter M Williams High School often compared to?
Walter M Williams High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Alamance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter M Williams High School?
The graduation rate of Walter M Williams High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Walter M Williams High School?
1,206 students attend Walter M Williams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Walter M Williams High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter M Williams High School?
Walter M Williams High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walter M Williams High School offer ?
Walter M Williams High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter M Williams High School part of?
Walter M Williams High School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools.
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