Serving 616 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Watertown, WI school district, encompassing approximately 167.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 616 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1421 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #1421 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
616 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Watertown Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
pretty awesome staff.
4 10/10/2025
It is the best school I've ever been to. The staff is amazing and the school year is always kept fresh with College trivia, House comps, and special weeks.
Review Riverside Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
