Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-6, John R. Williams ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John R. Williams's student population of 541 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1958
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility, in a safe supportive environment, for all students to meet the challenges of a global society.
School Rankings
John R. Williams ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John R. Williams is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7068 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John R. Williams's ranking?
John R. Williams is ranked #7068 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John R. Williams?
541 students attend John R. Williams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John R. Williams students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John R. Williams?
John R. Williams has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John R. Williams offer ?
John R. Williams offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is John R. Williams part of?
John R. Williams is part of Lincoln Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John R. Williams located?
John R. Williams is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Lakeview.
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