Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manford Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manford Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Manford Williams Elementary School's student population of 706 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manford Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manford Williams Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manford Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Manford Williams Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Manford Williams Elementary School?
706 students attend Manford Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Manford Williams Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manford Williams Elementary School?
Manford Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manford Williams Elementary School offer ?
Manford Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Manford Williams Elementary School part of?
Manford Williams Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2019
My child started at Williams last year. Ms. Wilson is involved in every aspect of the school. She is a great leader & it shows. We love it at Williams.
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