Serving 212 students in grades 3-5, Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Williams Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
92%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Williams Elementary School often compared to?
Williams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph M Atwood Primary School, George J Mitchell School, Mill Stream Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Williams Elementary School?
212 students attend Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Williams Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williams Elementary School?
Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williams Elementary School offer ?
Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams Elementary School part of?
Williams Elementary School is part of RSU 18 School District.
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