Lillie B Williamson High School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in overall testing from 2011 to 2023, with its state rank declining from #804 in 2010 to #1265 in 2023 in this Mobile, AL public school.
Math proficiency declined to 1% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 15%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was 9% in 2022, remaining lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased steadily from 573 students in 2016 to 996 students in 2023, with minority enrollment at 99%, primarily Black students (93%); 93% to 95% of students were eligible for free or reduced–price lunch over recent years.
The school served grades 6 through 12 with 996 students in 2023 and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, consistent with district staffing levels over the past decade.
Graduation rates ranged from 70% to 74% from 2022 to 2023, remaining below the Alabama state average of 88%, reflecting weaker performance on this key outcome relative to state and district benchmarks.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lillie B Williamson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lillie B Williamson High School's student population of 889 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1916
Colors
Black, White, Gold
School Rankings
Lillie B Williamson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lillie B Williamson High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1265 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
92%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillie B Williamson High School's ranking?
Lillie B Williamson High School is ranked #1265 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lillie B Williamson High School often compared to?
Lillie B Williamson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lillie B Williamson High School?
The graduation rate of Lillie B Williamson High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lillie B Williamson High School?
889 students attend Lillie B Williamson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lillie B Williamson High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lillie B Williamson High School?
Lillie B Williamson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lillie B Williamson High School offer ?
Lillie B Williamson High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lillie B Williamson High School part of?
Lillie B Williamson High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lillie B Williamson High School located?
Lillie B Williamson High School is located in the Maysville neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Maysville.
School Reviews
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