Average
#786 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 39% in state
Williams Elementary/middle School
Elementary School · Williams Unified District (4193)
601 N 7TH ST, Williams, AZ 86046
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#786 of 2,006
In Williams
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Williams Unified District (4193)
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Williams Elementary/middle School
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About Williams Elementary/middle School
Williams Elementary/middle School is a public elementary school in Williams, AZ, part of Williams Unified District (4193). Williams Elementary/middle School serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Elementary/middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #786 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Williams Elementary/middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Williams Elementary/middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Williams Elementary/middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Williams Elementary/middle School — Students at Williams Elementary/middle School score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ 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: 6.6/10.
How Williams Elementary/middle School Compares
See how Williams Elementary/middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 N 7TH ST, Williams, AZ 86046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Elementary/middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Territorial Early Childhood Center (rated 9.0/10, 36.6 miles away, in nearby Chino Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ash Fork Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Ash Fork), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary - Williams (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Williams, see our Williams schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 38.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Williams High School Williams | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Heritage Elementary - Williams Glendale | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Maine Consolidated School Parks | 13.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Ash Fork Elementary School Ash Fork | 16.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Ash Fork High School Ash Fork | 16.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Ash Fork Middle School Ash Fork | 16.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Paulden Community School Paulden | 28.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary School Clarkdale | 34.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Mingus Springs Charter School Chino Valley | 35.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Sedona Charter School Sedona | 34.4 mi | 6.8 |
| VACTE - Yavapai College Sedona Center Sedona | 34.7 mi | — |
| VACTE - Sedona-Oak Creek Joint Unified School District Sedona | 34.9 mi | — |
| Sedona Red Rock Junior/Senior High School Sedona | 34.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Red Rock Academy Sedona | 34.9 mi | — |
| Territorial Early Childhood Center Chino Valley | 36.6 mi | 9.0 |
| West Sedona Elementary School Sedona | 35.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Heritage Middle School Chino Valley | 37.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Del Rio Elementary School Chino Valley | 37.3 mi | 5.7 |
| VERDE VALLEY SCHOOL Sedona | 38.1 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,583
Median Home Value
$367,800
Median Rent
$1,186/mo
Population
6,669
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
43.6
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| Avalon Elementary Apache Junction, AZ | 6.9 |
| Capitol Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 6.9 |
| Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff, AZ | 6.9 |
| Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low, AZ | 6.9 |
| Pima Elementary School Scottsdale, AZ | 6.9 |
| Ruth Powell Elementary School Safford, AZ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Elementary/middle School
What grades does Williams Elementary/middle School serve?
Williams Elementary/middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Williams Elementary/middle School?
Williams Elementary/middle School has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Elementary/middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Elementary/middle School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Elementary/middle School rank in AZ?
Williams Elementary/middle School ranks #786 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Williams Elementary/middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Elementary/middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Elementary/middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Elementary/middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Williams Elementary/middle School a charter school?
No, Williams Elementary/middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Elementary/middle School a Title I school?
No, Williams Elementary/middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Coconino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (928) 635-4428
Resources & Links
District
Williams Unified District (4193)- District Enrollment
- 662
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,315
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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