Serving 1,285 students in grades 6-7, Willie J. Williams Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 1,285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willie J. Williams Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Moultrie, GA, covering approximately 556.6 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 14.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 19.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willie J. Williams Middle School's student population of 1,285 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willie J. Williams Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willie J. Williams Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1575 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willie J. Williams Middle School's ranking?
Willie J. Williams Middle School is ranked #1575 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Willie J. Williams Middle School?
1,285 students attend Willie J. Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Willie J. Williams Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willie J. Williams Middle School?
Willie J. Williams Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willie J. Williams Middle School offer ?
Willie J. Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willie J. Williams Middle School part of?
Willie J. Williams Middle School is part of Colquitt County School District.
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