Serving 309 students in grades 6-8, Watervliet Middle School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watervliet Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Watervliet, MI, encompassing approximately 37.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.9 miles and the furthest edge located 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watervliet Middle School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watervliet Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watervliet Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1371 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watervliet Middle School's ranking?
Watervliet Middle School is ranked #1371 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Watervliet Middle School?
309 students attend Watervliet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Watervliet Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watervliet Middle School?
Watervliet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Watervliet Middle School offer ?
Watervliet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watervliet Middle School part of?
Watervliet Middle School is part of Watervliet School District.
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