Serving 1,064 students in grades 6-8, Watkins Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watkins Middle School's student population of 1,064 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,064 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watkins Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Middle School is 0.34, 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
#1583 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watkins Middle School's ranking?
Watkins Middle School is ranked #1583 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Watkins Middle School?
1,064 students attend Watkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Watkins Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watkins Middle School?
Watkins Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watkins Middle School offer ?
Watkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watkins Middle School part of?
Watkins Middle School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
School Reviews
5 2/3/2022
it's the best school with the best people my favorite person there is miss Keene, Mr domer, and miss graves in preing.
2 11/22/2011
The learning is okay , as far as the teachers respecting children and race this is a horrible skill they lack , very strict and no freedom , teachers seem to have the feeling that they are your child's parent when this is not so. Also the lunches are horrible , no nutrition and for those who are vegetarians dont have a selection to choose from at all. Students are treated equally.If one person was wearing leggings with a shirt and others were to only one would get into trouble which is not fair. With all of this being said i would not recommend this school to anyone
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