T. H. Williams High School is a secondary school in Plano, Texas serving grades nine and ten. It is part of the Plano Independent School District. In Plano ISD, high school freshmen and sophomores attend one of six high schools. Juniors and seniors attend "senior high schools".
Serving 1,105 students in grades 9-10, Williams High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-10
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Williams High School's student population of 1,105 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Total Students
1,105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Winning with Class
School Rankings
Williams High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5850 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Plano Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams High School's ranking?
Williams High School is ranked #5850 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Williams High School often compared to?
Williams High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcmillen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Williams High School?
1,105 students attend Williams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Williams High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams High School?
Williams High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams High School offer ?
Williams High School offers enrollment in grades 9-10
What school district is Williams High School part of?
Williams High School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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