Average
#5970 of 8,547 schools in TX
Williams Middle
Middle School · HOUSTON ISD
6100 KNOX ST, Houston, TX 77091
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Houston
#410 of 723
public schools
Texas middle schools
#1,244 of 1,693
In district
#150 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Williams Middle
Williams Middle School serves 393 students in grades 6-8 in Houston's 77091 neighborhood, offering a focused learning environment with a favorable 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio and 37 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition for its performance, achieving a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #727 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile among Texas schools. Located at 6100 Knox Street, Williams Middle operates as a regular public school within Houston's large urban landscape.
The school serves a community where the median household income is $34,988 and median home value is $201,100, with 17% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood faces economic challenges, with a poverty rate of 32.6% among its 30,357 residents. The strong student-teacher ratio suggests students receive considerable individual attention, which likely contributes to the school's impressive statewide ranking.
Williams Middle's high performance relative to other Texas schools demonstrates its effectiveness in supporting student achievement within its urban community setting. The school operates in Harris County, serving families in a diverse Houston neighborhood where educational opportunity meets community resilience.
Score Breakdown
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Williams Middle — Students at Williams Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 5.8/10.
How Williams Middle Compares
See how Williams Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 26% (2019) to 9% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 22% (2019) to 15% (2021).
Location
6100 KNOX ST, Houston, TX 77091
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. H S AHEAD ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLACK MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DREW ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND HTS EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BRAZOS SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND CREATIVITY TIDWELL Bryan | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| WESLEY EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| DURHAM EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| DREW ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| H S AHEAD ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| OSBORNE EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| PREMIER H S HOUSTON GALLERY NORTH Lewisville | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| CARVER H S FOR APPLIED TECH/ENGINEERING/ARTS Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HARPER DAEP Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| REECE ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| OAK FOREST EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BLACK MIDDLE Houston | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| GARDEN OAKS MONTESSORI Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| VINES EC/PK/K Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| HARRIS EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| FARIAS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77091 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,737
Median Home Value
$223,700
Median Rent
$1,061/mo
Population
29,135
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
33.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Williams Middle has a median household income of $35,737. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $223,700, with a median rent of $1,061/month. The area has a poverty rate of 35.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth, TX | 5.4 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE Houston, TX | 5.4 |
| GILBERT GERDES J H Luling, TX | 5.4 |
| HEMPSTEAD MIDDLE Hempstead, TX | 5.4 |
| IDEA HARDY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston, TX | 5.4 |
| ILTEXAS KELLER MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Middle
What grades does Williams Middle serve?
Williams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Williams Middle?
Williams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Middle is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Middle rank in TX?
Williams Middle is ranked #5970 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Williams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Middle has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Williams Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Williams Middle has 17.5% math proficiency and 18.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Williams Middle a charter school?
No, Williams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Middle a Title I school?
No, Williams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams Middle?
96.9% of students at Williams Middle 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
- City Safety
- High (5,451/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 696-2600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #150 of 272
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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