Serving 835 students in grades 6-8, Williams Middle Magnet School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Williams Middle Magnet School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williams Middle Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Middle Magnet School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Williams Middle Magnet School is ranked #234 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Williams Middle Magnet School?
835 students attend Williams Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Williams Middle Magnet School students are Black, 28% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williams Middle Magnet School?
Williams Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Williams Middle Magnet School offer ?
Williams Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Williams Middle Magnet School part of?
Williams Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Williams Middle Magnet School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
this is a wonderful school and i recommend for 5th graders to go to this school
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