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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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S. William Abel Academy
High School in Williams · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About S. William Abel Academy
S. William Abel Academy is a public high school in Williams, CA, part of Colusa County Office of Education. S.
William Abel Academy serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Structured state assessment records for S.
William Abel Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, S. William Abel Academy 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.
S. William Abel Academy runs 23:1 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.
78% of students at S. William Abel Academy 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.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
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 7.4/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Maxwell). Another option is Pierce High (rated 6.7/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Arbuckle). Additionally, Williams Junior/Senior High (rated 6.1/10, 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 | 6.1 |
| Williams Upper Elementary Williams | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Mid Valley High (Continuation) Williams | 1.2 mi | — |
| Williams Primary Elementary Williams | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Colusa High Colusa | 6.9 mi | 6.0 |
| 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 | 7.4 |
| George T. Egling Middle Colusa | 7.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell | 8.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Maxwell Middle Maxwell | 8.8 mi | 7.4 |
| James M. Burchfield Primary Colusa | 7.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle | 10.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Pierce High Arbuckle | 11.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Arbuckle Alternative High (Continuation) Arbuckle | 11.3 mi | — |
| Lloyd G. Johnson Junior High Arbuckle | 11.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Meridian Elementary Meridian | 12.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Grand Island Elementary Grimes | 14.3 mi | 8.6 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, S. William Abel Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.3%
- Phone
- (530) 473-1350
Resources & Links
District
Colusa County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 42
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $558,828
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