Serving 559 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Williams Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Williams Elementary School often compared to?
Williams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graystone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Williams Elementary School?
559 students attend Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Williams Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Elementary School?
Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Williams Elementary School offer ?
Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Williams Elementary School part of?
Williams Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Elementary School located?
Williams Elementary School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.
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