Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Elementary serves the southwest part of Lubbock, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest boundary located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Elementary School is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Williams Elementary School?
296 students attend Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Williams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Elementary School?
Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams Elementary School offer ?
Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Williams Elementary School part of?
Williams Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
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