Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williams Magnet Elem. School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas 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 Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Magnet Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Williams Magnet Elem. School's student population of 348 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Williams Magnet Elem. School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Magnet Elem. School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
55%
19%
White
27%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Magnet Elem. School's ranking?
Williams Magnet Elem. School is ranked #311 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Williams Magnet Elem. School often compared to?
Williams Magnet Elem. 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 Elem. School?
348 students attend Williams Magnet Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Williams Magnet Elem. School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williams Magnet Elem. School?
Williams Magnet Elem. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Magnet Elem. School offer ?
Williams Magnet Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams Magnet Elem. School part of?
Williams Magnet Elem. School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Magnet Elem. School located?
Williams Magnet Elem. School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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