Below Average
#8264 of 9,539 schools in CA
Williams Primary Elementary
Elementary School · Williams Unified
PO Box 7, Williams, CA 95987
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,264 of 9,539
In Williams
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Williams Unified
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Williams Primary Elementary
Elementary School in Williams · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Williams Primary Elementary
Williams Primary Elementary is a public elementary school in Williams, CA, part of Williams Unified. Williams Primary Elementary serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Primary Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,264 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Williams Primary Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Williams Primary Elementary runs 20.7:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Williams Primary Elementary — Students at Williams Primary Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Williams Primary Elementary Compares
See how Williams Primary Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 7, Williams, CA 95987
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Primary Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grand Island Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Grimes), which scores notably higher. Another option is James M. Burchfield Primary (rated 7.6/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Colusa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maxwell Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Maxwell), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Williams, see our Williams schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Valley High (Continuation) Williams | 0.1 mi | — |
| Williams Upper Elementary Williams | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Williams Junior/Senior High Williams | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| S. William Abel Academy Williams | 1.3 mi | — |
| Coastal Buttes Academy Williams | 1.3 mi | — |
| Maxwell Sr High Maxwell | 8.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell | 9.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Maxwell Middle Maxwell | 9.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Colusa High Colusa | 8.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Colusa Alternative High (Continuation) Colusa | 8.2 mi | — |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Colusa | 8.5 mi | — |
| Colusa Alternative Home Colusa | 8.6 mi | — |
| George T. Egling Middle Colusa | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| James M. Burchfield Primary Colusa | 8.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle | 10.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Pierce High Arbuckle | 11.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Arbuckle Alternative High (Continuation) Arbuckle | 11.4 mi | — |
| Lloyd G. Johnson Junior High Arbuckle | 11.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Meridian Elementary Meridian | 13.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Grand Island Elementary Grimes | 15.2 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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| B. Gale Wilson Middle Fairfield, CA | 4.3 |
| Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim, CA | 4.3 |
| Bear Gulch Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 4.3 |
| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Primary Elementary
What grades does Williams Primary Elementary serve?
Williams Primary Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Williams Primary Elementary?
Williams Primary Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Primary Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Primary Elementary is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Primary Elementary rank in CA?
Williams Primary Elementary ranks #8,264 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Williams Primary Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Primary Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Primary Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Primary Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Williams Primary Elementary a charter school?
No, Williams Primary Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Primary Elementary a Title I school?
No, Williams Primary Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams Primary Elementary?
92.4% of students at Williams Primary Elementary 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Colusa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (530) 473-2885
Resources & Links
District
Williams Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,370
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,951
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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