Serving 289 students in grades 4-6, Williams Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Upper Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Williams, CA, covering approximately 256.7 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 19.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Upper Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Upper Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8031 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Upper Elementary School is ranked #8031 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Williams Upper Elementary School?
289 students attend Williams Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Williams Upper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Upper Elementary School?
Williams Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Williams Upper Elementary School offer ?
Williams Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Williams Upper Elementary School part of?
Williams Upper Elementary School is part of Williams Unified School District.
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