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Williams Heights Elementary School

Ware County · Ware County · 705 Dewey St, Waycross, GA 31501.0

(912)287-2399

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6/10
#568
Rank 568 out of 1,259
Top 45%
English Language Arts6/10 · #554 · 56th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #622 · 51st percentile
Science7/10 · #436 · 64th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Williams Heights Elementary sits in Waycross, a close-knit South Georgia city where the pace of life is slower and neighbors still know each other by name. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a particular bright spot, making it a decent fit for families who want a grounded, community-feel school without the pressure of a highly competitive environment. Waycross itself offers affordable living and easy access to the Okefenokee Swamp's natural beauty, giving kids a pretty unique backyard to grow up in.

Student Demographics

224 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
115 (51%)
White
64 (29%)
Hispanic
21 (9%)
Multiple Races
20 (9%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners14 (6%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged224 (100%)
Students with Disabilities30 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

892
Enrollment
33.16
Teachers (FTE)
26.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #492 · 62nd percentile

22 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found