Serving 952 students in grades 5-8, David E Williams Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David E Williams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
David E Williams Middle School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
952 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The best way to predict your future is to create it.
School Rankings
David E Williams Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David E Williams Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#361 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David E Williams Middle School's ranking?
David E Williams Middle School is ranked #361 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are David E Williams Middle School often compared to?
David E Williams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Couch Middle School, Boyce Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend David E Williams Middle School?
952 students attend David E Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of David E Williams Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David E Williams Middle School?
David E Williams Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does David E Williams Middle School offer ?
David E Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is David E Williams Middle School part of?
David E Williams Middle School is part of Montour School District.
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