Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Williams Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#309 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Elementary School is ranked #309 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Williams Elementary School?
458 students attend Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Williams Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Elementary School?
Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Elementary School offer ?
Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams Elementary School part of?
Williams Elementary School is part of Roseville Public School District.
School Reviews
2 2/28/2012
They did not teach me very well i was ahead and they never prompted me, extracurricular is good music a little anti- religious but that's usually over looked. almost no awards, mean students, racist teachers. and overprotective parents that lie.
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