Serving 352 students in grades 6-8, Williams Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Middle serves the northern part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located around 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Middle School's student population of 352 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Where Every Child Matters
School Rankings
Williams Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Middle School is 0.54, 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
#7572 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
54%
54%
Black
42%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Middle School's ranking?
Williams Middle School is ranked #7572 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Williams Middle School often compared to?
Williams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoffman Middle School, Drew Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Williams Middle School?
352 students attend Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Williams Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Middle School?
Williams Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams Middle School offer ?
Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Williams Middle School part of?
Williams Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Middle School located?
Williams Middle School is located in the Acres Home neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Acres Home.
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