J.H. Williams Middle School
374 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.
374
Total Students
26.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 90 |
| Hispanic | 26 |
| Black | 212 |
| Asian | 21 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black212 (56.7%)
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White90 (24.1%)
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Hispanic26 (7.0%)
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Two or More24 (6.4%)
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Asian21 (5.6%)
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American Indian1 (0.3%)
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: | 374 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 293 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 12 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
126
Grade 7
107
Grade 8
141
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 126 |
| Grade 7 | 107 |
| Grade 8 | 141 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 172 | 46% |
| Male | 202 | 54% |
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