Best Schools in Williams, California
6 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Williams by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Williams Junior/senior High
High · Williams Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Williams Primary Elementary
Elementary · Williams Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Williams Upper Elementary
Middle · Williams Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Williams for 2026 are Williams Junior/senior High (6.1/10), Williams Primary Elementary (4.3/10), and Williams Upper Elementary (3.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$372,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$372,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +13.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Williams schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Williams
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Williams Junior/senior High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Williams Primary Elementary | 4.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Williams Upper Elementary | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $92,337
- Median home value
- $372,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Williams compares
California rank
#571 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.6
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$92k
93% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Williams, California
Williams, California is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Williams show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Williams is Williams Junior/senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Williams is served by 2 school districts: Williams Unified, Colusa County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 1,412 students.
Williams's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $92,337. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 290 students · 4th–6th | 3.7 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 626 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 19 students · 10th–12th | — |
| 3 | 23 students · 7th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Williams
Williams, California · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$92,337
Median Home Value
$372,100
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
6,489
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Williams has a median household income of $92,337. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $372,100, with a median rent of $1,317/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Williams, California
How many schools are in Williams, California?
Williams has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Williams, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Williams is 4.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Williams, California?
The top-ranked school in Williams on MySchoolScout is Williams Junior/senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Williams, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Williams on MySchoolScout is Williams Primary Elementary with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Williams, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Williams on MySchoolScout is Williams Upper Elementary with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best high school in Williams, California?
The top-ranked high school in Williams on MySchoolScout is Williams Junior/senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Williams, California?
Williams is served by 2 school districts: Williams Unified, Colusa County Office of Education.
What is the education level in Williams, California?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Williams have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Williams, California?
The median household income in Williams is approximately $92,337 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Williams, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Williams is 20.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Williams, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.