Serving 1,389 students in grades 9-12, Watkins Memorial High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watkins Memorial High School's student population of 1,389 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watkins Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Memorial High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1350 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watkins Memorial High School's ranking?
Watkins Memorial High School is ranked #1350 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Watkins Memorial High School often compared to?
Watkins Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilliard Darby High School, Hilliard Davidson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watkins Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Watkins Memorial High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Watkins Memorial High School?
1,389 students attend Watkins Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Watkins Memorial High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watkins Memorial High School?
Watkins Memorial High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watkins Memorial High School offer ?
Watkins Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Watkins Memorial High School part of?
Watkins Memorial High School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
School Reviews
5 11/24/2017
Our son attended all four years and graduated from Watkins High School with honors. Our experience was nothing but the best from freshman year to senior. Pataskala is an amazing community and it carries over into the school with the teachers who live in this community and even those who don't. Although a new school is a very high expense for the tax payers, it is a necessary one! We have to put our money back into our community i.e. roads, buildings and schools if we want to keep the community dynamics they way they are now!
5 8/10/2013
do not build a new high school, simply add another building on the high school property and save the tax payers millions of dollars. Please start spending money like it was your own . I would recommend this school if it does not build a whole new high school.
5 1/31/2011
Very good academic program. For a small-town school there is a wide variety of courses, to include AP and college credit courses for seniors. Limited sports program - only the major sports (Basketball, football, soccer, baseball, track, women's volleyball, tennis, golf). Decent band programs.
Parent involvement is encouraged. Facilities are adequate, but nothing fancy.
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