Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, Franklin L. Williams School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin L. Williams School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin L. Williams School's student population of 854 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin L. Williams School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin L. Williams School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1529 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
71%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
8%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin L. Williams School's ranking?
Franklin L. Williams School is ranked #1529 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Franklin L. Williams School often compared to?
Franklin L. Williams Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin L. Williams School?
854 students attend Franklin L. Williams School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Franklin L. Williams School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin L. Williams School?
Franklin L. Williams School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin L. Williams School offer ?
Franklin L. Williams School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Franklin L. Williams School part of?
Franklin L. Williams School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin L. Williams School located?
Franklin L. Williams School is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in The Heights.
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