JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALACHUA school district, located in GAINESVILLE, FL with about 583 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Gainesville, Florida, is a public elementary school serving the local community with a focus on fostering academic growth and student development. As a cornerstone of its neighborhood, the school operates under the Alachua County Public Schools district and emphasizes the importance of community involvement. The campus is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential through a diverse curriculum and dedicated teaching staff.

A vital component of the school's success is its active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). Through the official website, williamspta.org, the school bridges the gap between home and the classroom, offering resources, event calendars, and opportunities for families to engage in their children’s education. The PTA plays a crucial role in funding school programs, organizing extracurricular activities, and building a strong, inclusive culture that connects parents, educators, and students in a collaborative educational journey.

For more information, contact JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (352) 955-6719 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1245 SE 7TH AVE
GAINESVILLE, FL 32641-7151
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JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GAINESVILLE, FL with about 583 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
ALACHUA
Total Students:
583
Teachers:
37
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 583 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 75% of the student body.

Black or African American
75.1%
Asian
10.6%
White
8.9%
Hispanic/Latino
2.6%
Two or more races
2.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.