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S. William Abel Academy
High School · Colusa County Office of Education
499 Margurite St. Ste. B, Williams, CA 95987
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About S. William Abel Academy
S. William Abel Academy is a public high school in Williams, CA, part of the Colusa County Office of Education. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 23:1.
Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,337, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, S. William Abel Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at S. William Abel Academy is 23:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Address
- 499 Margurite St. Ste. B, Williams, CA 95987
- Website
- ccoe.net
- Phone
- (530) 473-1350
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
499 Margurite St. Ste. B, Williams, CA 95987
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering S. William Abel Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maxwell Sr High (rated 7.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Maxwell). Another option is Pierce High (rated 5.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Arbuckle). Additionally, Williams Junior/Senior High (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Williams, see our Williams schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Buttes Academy Williams | 0.0 mi | — |
| Williams Junior/Senior High Williams | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Williams Upper Elementary Williams | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Mid Valley High (Continuation) Williams | 1.2 mi | — |
| Williams Primary Elementary Williams | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Colusa High Colusa | 6.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Colusa Alternative High (Continuation) Colusa | 6.9 mi | — |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Colusa | 7.2 mi | — |
| Colusa Alternative Home Colusa | 7.3 mi | — |
| Maxwell Sr High Maxwell | 8.6 mi | 7.8 |
| George T. Egling Middle Colusa | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell | 8.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Maxwell Middle Maxwell | 8.8 mi | 4.8 |
| James M. Burchfield Primary Colusa | 7.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle | 10.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Pierce High Arbuckle | 11.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Arbuckle Alternative High (Continuation) Arbuckle | 11.3 mi | — |
| Lloyd G. Johnson Junior High Arbuckle | 11.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Meridian Elementary Meridian | 12.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Grand Island Elementary Grimes | 14.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95987 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,337
Median Home Value
$372,100
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
6,489
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
32.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding S. William Abel Academy 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about S. William Abel Academy
What grades does S. William Abel Academy serve?
S. William Abel Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend S. William Abel Academy?
S. William Abel Academy has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at S. William Abel Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at S. William Abel Academy is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at S. William Abel Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, S. William Abel Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is S. William Abel Academy a charter school?
No, S. William Abel Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is S. William Abel Academy a Title I school?
No, S. William Abel Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S. William Abel Academy?
87.0% of students at S. William Abel Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,507/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Williams). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Colusa County
- Phone
- (530) 473-1350
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Colusa County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 42
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $558,828
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