L. B. Williamson High School is a public high school in the Maysville community in Mobile, Alabama.
Serving 996 students in grades 6-12, Lillie B Williamson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lillie B Williamson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lillie B Williamson High School's student population of 996 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
996 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1916
Colors
Black, White, Gold
School Rankings
Lillie B Williamson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lillie B Williamson High School is 0.13, 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
#1265 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
93%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillie B Williamson High School's ranking?
Lillie B Williamson High School is ranked #1265 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lillie B Williamson High School often compared to?
Lillie B Williamson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lillie B Williamson High School?
The graduation rate of Lillie B Williamson High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lillie B Williamson High School?
996 students attend Lillie B Williamson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lillie B Williamson High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lillie B Williamson High School?
Lillie B Williamson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lillie B Williamson High School offer ?
Lillie B Williamson High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lillie B Williamson High School part of?
Lillie B Williamson High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lillie B Williamson High School located?
Lillie B Williamson High School is located in the Maysville neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Maysville.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2006
Williamson High school has come a long way. The students, teachers, and staff are getiing better every year. Many people say negative things about Lillie B. but it is now one of the best High schools in Mobile County. How do I know? I go there
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