Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Williams ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams School serves the southeast part of Pittsfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Williams's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams is 0.54, 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
#252 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
65%
51%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 #252 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Williams often compared to?
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Williams?
264 students attend Williams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Williams students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams?
Williams has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Williams offer ?
Williams offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Williams part of?
Williams is part of Pittsfield School District.
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