Serving 649 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 27% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 649 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
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 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 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
68%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #1464 out of 1,991 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
649 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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
4 5/9/2022
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.
5 4/19/2022
pretty awesome staff.
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