Serving 801 students in grades 3-6, Watkins Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Etna Elementary School serves the southwest portion of Pataskala, OH, covering an area of approximately 28 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watkins Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Watkins Intermediate School's student population of 801 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Motto
Warrior Way: Educating students to become responsible citizens who lead successful and fulfilling lives in a safe environment.
School Rankings
Watkins Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Intermediate School is 0.51, 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
#641 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
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)10.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watkins Intermediate School's ranking?
Watkins Intermediate School is ranked #641 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Watkins Intermediate School often compared to?
Watkins Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pataskala Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Watkins Intermediate School?
801 students attend Watkins Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Watkins Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watkins Intermediate School?
Watkins Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watkins Intermediate School offer ?
Watkins Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watkins Intermediate School part of?
Watkins Intermediate School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
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