Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williams ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Williams's student population of 211 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
8%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams's ranking?
Williams is ranked #373 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Williams often compared to?
Williamsis often viewed alongside schools like Peirce by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Williams?
211 students attend Williams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Williams students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams?
Williams has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Williams offer ?
Williams offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williams part of?
Williams is part of Newton School District.
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