Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary C Williams Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary C Williams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary C Williams Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary C Williams Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary C Williams Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
44%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
40%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary C Williams Elementary School's ranking?
Mary C Williams Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mary C Williams Elementary School often compared to?
Mary C Williams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wrightsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mary C Williams Elementary School?
355 students attend Mary C Williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mary C Williams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary C Williams Elementary School?
Mary C Williams Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary C Williams Elementary School offer ?
Mary C Williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary C Williams Elementary School part of?
Mary C Williams Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
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