Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williams Magnet Elem. School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Magnet Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Williams Magnet Elem. School's student population of 370 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williams Magnet Elem. School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Magnet Elem. School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
53%
20%
White
31%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Magnet Elem. School's ranking?
Williams Magnet Elem. School is ranked #419 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Williams Magnet Elem. School often compared to?
Williams Magnet Elem. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Magnet Elem. School, Forest Heights Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Williams Magnet Elem. School?
370 students attend Williams Magnet Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Williams Magnet Elem. School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williams Magnet Elem. School?
Williams Magnet Elem. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Magnet Elem. School offer ?
Williams Magnet Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Williams Magnet Elem. School part of?
Williams Magnet Elem. School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Magnet Elem. School located?
Williams Magnet Elem. School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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