Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williams Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Heights Elementary School serves the northeast part of Waycross, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Heights Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Heights Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#678 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
52%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Heights Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Williams Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Williams Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wacona Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Williams Heights Elementary School?
436 students attend Williams Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Williams Heights Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Heights Elementary School?
Williams Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams Heights Elementary School offer ?
Williams Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams Heights Elementary School part of?
Williams Heights Elementary School is part of Ware County School District.
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