Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williams Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Magnet Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Williams Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Magnet Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
55%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Magnet Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Williams Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Williams Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School, Forest Heights Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Williams Magnet Elementary School?
340 students attend Williams Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Williams Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Magnet Elementary School?
Williams Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Williams Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams Magnet Elementary School part of?
Williams Magnet Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Magnet Elementary School located?
Williams Magnet Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Martin Luther King Jr. (Schools Closed)
January 18, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School!
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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