WILLIAMSTON HIGH SCHOOL
Williamston High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Williamston Community Schools school district, located in WILLIAMSTON, MI with about 622 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 29 teachers, Williamston High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.
Williamston High School, located in Williamston, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Williamston Community Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a well-rounded student experience, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success through a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and comprehensive core subjects. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that fosters both intellectual growth and character development, aiming to prepare students for the demands of a modern global society.
Beyond academics, Williamston High School is deeply invested in the holistic development of its student body, offering a robust slate of extracurricular activities. This includes a competitive athletics program, award-winning fine and performing arts departments, and a diverse range of student-led clubs and organizations. The school prides itself on maintaining strong community ties, encouraging parental involvement, and utilizing the resources of the surrounding Williamston area to enhance the educational journey. For more specific details regarding their mission, staff, and current academic calendar, you can visit their official website at [http://www.gowcs.net](http://www.gowcs.net).
For more information, contact Williamston High School at (517) 655-2142 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WILLIAMSTON, MI 48895-1000
(517) 655-2142
http://www.gowcs.net
WILLIAMSTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WILLIAMSTON, MI with about 622 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Williamston Community Schools
- Total Students:
- 622
- Teachers:
- 29.6
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 622 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WILLIAMSTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.
- White
- 91.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.9%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 44.5%
- Male
- 55.5%
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.