Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Watersmeet Township School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watersmeet Township School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 277.8 square miles in Watersmeet, MI. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watersmeet Township School's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Watersmeet Township School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watersmeet Township School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2215 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
American Indian
71%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
26%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watersmeet Township School's ranking?
Watersmeet Township School is ranked #2215 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watersmeet Township School?
The graduation rate of Watersmeet Township School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Watersmeet Township School?
130 students attend Watersmeet Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Watersmeet Township School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watersmeet Township School?
Watersmeet Township School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Watersmeet Township School offer ?
Watersmeet Township School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watersmeet Township School part of?
Watersmeet Township School is part of Watersmeet Township School District.
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