Below Average
#8562 of 9,539 schools in CA
John R. Williams
Elementary School · Lincoln Unified
2450 Meadow Ave., Stockton, CA 95207
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
25.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
25.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,562 of 9,539
In Stockton
#89 of 109
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Lincoln Unified
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John R. Williams
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About John R. Williams
John R. Williams is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Lincoln Unified. John R.
Williams serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John R. Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,562 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John R. Williams show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John R. Williams runs 25.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at John R. Williams 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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John R. Williams — Students at John R. Williams score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA 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: 4.0/10.
How John R. Williams Compares
See how John R. Williams performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2450 Meadow Ave., Stockton, CA 95207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John R. Williams may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Muir Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flora Arca Mata (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESENTATION PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln High Stockton | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Colonial Heights Stockton | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Sierra Middle Stockton | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Wagner-Holt Elementary Stockton | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Tully C. Knoles Stockton | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| PRESENTATION PARISH SCHOOL Stockton | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Presentation Parish School Stockton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Delta Sierra Middle Stockton | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Plaza Robles Continuation High Stockton | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Village Oaks High Stockton | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Mable Barron Stockton | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Oakwood Elementary Stockton | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Stockton | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Flora Arca Mata Stockton | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Creekside Elementary Stockton | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Kennedy Elementary Stockton | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ABLE Charter Stockton | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| John Muir Elementary Stockton | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Adams Elementary Stockton | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Brookside Little Learners Stockton | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,767
Median Home Value
$409,000
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
52,441
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
41.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
33.2
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| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John R. Williams
What grades does John R. Williams serve?
John R. Williams serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John R. Williams?
John R. Williams has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John R. Williams?
The student-teacher ratio at John R. Williams is 25.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John R. Williams rank in CA?
John R. Williams ranks #8,562 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John R. Williams's MySchoolScout rating?
John R. Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 John R. Williams?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John R. Williams has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John R. Williams a charter school?
No, John R. Williams is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John R. Williams a Title I school?
No, John R. Williams is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John R. Williams?
80.2% of students at John R. Williams qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 541
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (209) 953-8767
Resources & Links
District
Lincoln Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,773
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,607
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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