J.H. Williams Middle School
528 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
J.H. Williams Middle School, located at 1105 Prairie Avenue in Abbeville, Louisiana, serves as a core educational institution within the Vermilion Parish School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the developmental transition between elementary and high school, typically serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school is situated in the heart of Abbeville, reflecting the community-oriented values of the surrounding Acadiana region while providing a structured academic environment designed to prepare students for the rigors of secondary education.
The school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth through a variety of instructional programs and extracurricular activities. By balancing core curriculum requirements—such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies—with opportunities for student involvement, J.H. Williams aims to cultivate a well-rounded student body. The faculty and staff strive to create a supportive climate that addresses the unique social and emotional needs of middle-school-aged children, ensuring they are equipped with the skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.
The school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth through a variety of instructional programs and extracurricular activities. By balancing core curriculum requirements—such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies—with opportunities for student involvement, J.H. Williams aims to cultivate a well-rounded student body. The faculty and staff strive to create a supportive climate that addresses the unique social and emotional needs of middle-school-aged children, ensuring they are equipped with the skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.
528
Total Students
28.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 141 |
| Hispanic | 31 |
| Black | 293 |
| Asian | 24 |
| Two or More | 38 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black293 (55.5 %)
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White141 (26.7 %)
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Two or More38 (7.2 %)
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Hispanic31 (5.9 %)
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Asian24 (4.5 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Vermilion Parish |
| Phone: | (337)893-3943 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 528 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 293 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
182
Grade 7
177
Grade 8
169
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 182 |
| Grade 7 | 177 |
| Grade 8 | 169 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 250 | 47.3% |
| Male | 278 | 52.7% |
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