Serving 510 students in grades 3-5, Williston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williston Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williston Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1660 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williston Elementary School's ranking?
Williston Elementary School is ranked #1660 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Williston Elementary School often compared to?
Williston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joyce M. Bullock Elementary School, Bronson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Williston Elementary School?
510 students attend Williston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Williston Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williston Elementary School?
Williston Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Williston Elementary School offer ?
Williston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williston Elementary School part of?
Williston Elementary School is part of Levy School District.
School Reviews
1 9/15/2020
If you want your child to go to school where only the well to do students and teachers children get special attention or favoritism.. Williston Elementary school is for your child. My child couldn't escape the constant ridicule of her teachers and some students due to her disabilities.. Bullies are allowed to harass.. and bully and some teachers even take part in this act. With no consequences. The complaint is downplayed by the assistant principal. I could never get a face-to-face meeting with the head principal. I was always pushed off to the vice principal. I watched as my child suffered in this environment only because my child didn't want to give up trying to fit in. I expressed a huge interest in parent involvement all 3 years and still was denied a chance to volunteer at this school. Even with a level 2 State and local squeaky clean background check. I was On volunteer list and still denied a chance to volunteer. I have an alternative now. My child is in middle school. Thank goodness for this.. my child went from a C-D average to an A-B average. The alternative school embraced my child with open arms, and my child feels accepted by both teachers and fellow students. Now my child is in an environment where bullying by teachers and students is NOT TOLERATED at any level. My child is happier than ever. I just wanted parents who are considering Williston Elementary school to seek alternative opportunities that ARE available. I just wish I knew sooner. The only reason I give the school one star is because the janitor and ONE substitute teacher was actually kind a child. Otherwise I wouldn't give this school one star at all. Thank you for reading my post, I hope it helps your child avoid this very biased and degrading atmosphere.
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