Williams Elementary School serves 235 students in grades 2-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 46% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
31%
15%
White
54%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Williams Elementary School?
235 students attend Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Williams Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Elementary School?
Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Williams Elementary School offer ?
Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Williams Elementary School part of?
Williams Elementary School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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