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Joseph Williams Elementary School
Elementary School · ALACHUA
1245 SE 7TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32641
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,131 of 3,778
In Gainesville
#18 of 39
public schools
In district
#24 of 54
ALACHUA
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About Joseph Williams Elementary School
Joseph Williams Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gainesville, FL, part of ALACHUA. Joseph Williams Elementary School serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph Williams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,131 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph Williams Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Joseph Williams Elementary 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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Joseph Williams Elementary School — Students at Joseph Williams Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.5/10.
How Joseph Williams Elementary School Compares
See how Joseph Williams Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1245 SE 7TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph Williams Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOULWARE SPRINGS CHARTER (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALACHUA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,814
Median Home Value
$123,600
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
15,082
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph Williams Elementary School
What grades does Joseph Williams Elementary School serve?
Joseph Williams Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joseph Williams Elementary School?
Joseph Williams Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph Williams Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph Williams Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph Williams Elementary School rank in FL?
Joseph Williams Elementary School ranks #2,131 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Joseph Williams Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph Williams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Joseph Williams Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph Williams Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joseph Williams Elementary School a charter school?
No, Joseph Williams Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph Williams Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Joseph Williams Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph Williams Elementary School?
68.6% of students at Joseph Williams Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alachua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (352) 955-6719
Resources & Links
District
ALACHUA- District Enrollment
- 28,749
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,075
- District Rank
- #24 of 54
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