Serving 414 students in grades 1-5, Andrea B Williams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrea B Williams Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrea B Williams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrea B Williams Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2079 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
88%
36%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrea B Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Andrea B Williams Elementary School is ranked #2079 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Andrea B Williams Elementary School?
414 students attend Andrea B Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Andrea B Williams Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrea B Williams Elementary School?
Andrea B Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrea B Williams Elementary School offer ?
Andrea B Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrea B Williams Elementary School part of?
Andrea B Williams Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Andrea B Williams Elementary School located?
Andrea B Williams Elementary School is located in the Blackshear neighborhood of Savannah, GA.
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