Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Williamstown Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamstown Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Williamstown Jr. High School's student population of 172 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamstown Jr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamstown Jr. High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamstown Jr. High School's ranking?
Williamstown Jr. High School is ranked #426 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Williamstown Jr. High School often compared to?
Williamstown Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Williamstown Jr. High School?
172 students attend Williamstown Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Williamstown Jr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamstown Jr. High School?
Williamstown Jr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Williamstown Jr. High School offer ?
Williamstown Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamstown Jr. High School part of?
Williamstown Jr. High School is part of Williamstown Independent School District.
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