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#987 of 1,356 schools in AL
Williams Avenue Elementary School
School · Fort Payne City
1700 Williams Ave NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#987 of 1,356
In Fort Payne
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Fort Payne City
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Williams Avenue Elementary School
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About Williams Avenue Elementary School
Williams Avenue Elementary School is a public school in Fort Payne, AL, part of Fort Payne City. Williams Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 153 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #987 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Williams Avenue Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 153 students, Williams Avenue Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Williams Avenue Elementary School — Students at Williams Avenue Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Williams Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Williams Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1700 Williams Ave NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Little Ridge Intermediate School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wills Valley Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dutton Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Dutton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Payne, see our Fort Payne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wills Valley Elementary School Fort Payne | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Fort Payne High School Fort Payne | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Little Ridge Intermediate School Fort Payne | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Fort Payne Middle School Fort Payne | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Ruhuma Junior High School Fort Payne | 7.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Plainview School Rainsville | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rainsville | 8.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Valley Head High School Valley Head | 9.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Sylvania School Sylvania | 9.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Henagar Junior High School Henagar | 12.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Fyffe High School Fyffe | 11.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Sand Rock High School Sand Rock | 15.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Menlo Elementary School Menlo | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Gaylesville High School Gaylesville | 15.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Rosalie Elementary School Pisgah | 17.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Cedar Bluff High School Cedar Bluff | 17.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Ider School Ider | 17.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Collinsville High School Collinsville | 16.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Dutton Elementary School Dutton | 16.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Pisgah High School Pisgah | 17.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35967 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,125
Median Home Value
$155,700
Median Rent
$678/mo
Population
17,342
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
39.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Williams Avenue Elementary School serve?
Williams Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Williams Avenue Elementary School?
Williams Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Avenue Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Avenue Elementary School rank in AL?
Williams Avenue Elementary School ranks #987 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Williams Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Williams Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Avenue Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Williams Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Williams Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Williams Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 153
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (256) 845-0626
Resources & Links
District
Fort Payne City- District Enrollment
- 3,550
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,328
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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