Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Watertown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watertown Middle School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Watertown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watertown Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#865 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
55%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watertown Middle School's ranking?
Watertown Middle School is ranked #865 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Watertown Middle School?
583 students attend Watertown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Watertown Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watertown Middle School?
Watertown Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Watertown Middle School offer ?
Watertown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watertown Middle School part of?
Watertown Middle School is part of Watertown School District.
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