Excellent
#539 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 6% in state
James E Williams EL
Elementary School · KATY ISD
3900 S PEEK RD, Katy, TX 77450
Enrollment
911
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
911
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#539 of 8,552
In Katy
#25 of 86
public schools
In district
#27 of 71
KATY ISD
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About James E Williams EL
James E Williams EL is a public elementary school in Katy, TX, part of KATY ISD. James E Williams EL serves approximately 911 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. James E Williams EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James E Williams EL show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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James E Williams EL — Students at James E Williams EL score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 8.3/10.
How James E Williams EL Compares
See how James E Williams EL 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
3900 S PEEK RD, Katy, TX 77450
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James E Williams EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRIFFIN EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROOSEVELT ALEXANDER EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BONNIE HOLLAND EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Katy, see our Katy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER Katy | 0.3 mi | — |
| CINCO RANCH MONTESSORI Katy | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Katy | 1.0 mi | — |
| JOELLA EXLEY EL Katy | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| RODGER & ELLEN BECK J H Katy | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| CINCO RANCH J H Katy | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| CINCO RANCH H S Katy | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| EDNA MAE FIELDER EL Katy | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ROOSEVELT ALEXANDER EL Katy | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| GRIFFIN EL Katy | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| BECKENDORFF J H Katy | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SUE CREECH EL Katy | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| GARLAND MCMEANS J H Katy | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| ROBERTA WRIGHT RYLANDER EL Katy | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Katy | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-KATY Katy | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BONNIE HOLLAND EL Katy | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CIMARRON EL Katy | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| JEANETTE HAYES EL Katy | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| MEMORIAL PARKWAY EL Katy | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,607
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,730/mo
Population
73,226
College Educated
52.6%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
37.6
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| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 8.7 |
| ANNETTA EL Aledo, TX | 8.7 |
| BARBERS HILL EL SOUTH Mont Belvieu, TX | 8.7 |
| BRINKER EL Plano, TX | 8.7 |
| BUSH EL Houston, TX | 8.7 |
| CHUCK AND CINDY STUBER EL Prosper, TX | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James E Williams EL
What grades does James E Williams EL serve?
James E Williams EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James E Williams EL?
James E Williams EL has an enrollment of approximately 911 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James E Williams EL?
The student-teacher ratio at James E Williams EL is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James E Williams EL rank in TX?
James E Williams EL ranks #539 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James E Williams EL's MySchoolScout rating?
James E Williams EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 James E Williams EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James E Williams EL has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James E Williams EL a charter school?
No, James E Williams EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James E Williams EL a Title I school?
No, James E Williams EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James E Williams EL?
33.9% of students at James E Williams EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 911
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (281) 237-7200
Resources & Links
District
KATY ISD- District Enrollment
- 94,785
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,284
- District Rank
- #27 of 71
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