Serving 176 students in grades 6-8, Williamstown Jr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- 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 176 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Williamstown Jr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamstown Jr. High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
93%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #927 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Williamstown Jr. High School?
176 students attend Williamstown Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Williamstown Jr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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