Below Average
#2294 of 2,648 schools in NC
Williams Elementary
Elementary School · Buncombe County Schools
161 Bee Tree Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,294 of 2,648
In Swannanoa
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#42 of 45
Buncombe County Schools
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Williams Elementary
Williams Elementary is a public elementary school in Swannanoa, NC, part of Buncombe County Schools. Williams Elementary serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,294 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Williams Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Williams Elementary 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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Williams Elementary — Students at Williams Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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: 2.7/10.
How Williams Elementary Compares
See how Williams Elementary 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
161 Bee Tree Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bell Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haw Creek Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Swannanoa, see our Swannanoa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Community High School Swannanoa | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Swannanoa | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ArtSpace Charter School Swannanoa | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Owen Middle Swannanoa | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| THE LEARNING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Swannanoa | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Owen High Black Mountain | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI Black Mtn | 3.6 mi | — |
| Fairview Elementary Fairview | 5.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Black Mountain Primary Black Mountain | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Black Mountain Elementary Black Mountain | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Bell Elementary Asheville | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Reynolds Middle Asheville | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Reynolds High Asheville | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Evergreen Community Charter Asheville | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy Asheville | 5.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Haw Creek Elementary Asheville | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Oakley Elementary Asheville | 6.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Cane Creek Middle Fletcher | 8.4 mi | 7.6 |
| TRINITY OF FAIRVIEW ACADEMY Fletcher | 8.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TIMBERSONG ACADEMY - BAT CAVE Hendersonville | 9.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,717
Median Home Value
$273,800
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
11,933
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.5
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|---|---|
| Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock, NC | 4.2 |
| Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 4.2 |
| Benjamin J Martin Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 4.2 |
| Benvenue Elementary Rocky Mount, NC | 4.2 |
| Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 4.2 |
| Highland Renaissance Academy Charlotte, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Elementary
What grades does Williams Elementary serve?
Williams Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Williams Elementary?
Williams Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Elementary rank in NC?
Williams Elementary ranks #2,294 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Williams Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Williams Elementary a charter school?
No, Williams Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Elementary a Title I school?
No, Williams Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams Elementary?
99.4% of students at Williams 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Buncombe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (828) 686-3856
Resources & Links
District
Buncombe County Schools- District Enrollment
- 22,172
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,585
- District Rank
- #42 of 45
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