Serving 1,147 students in grades 6-8, Watkins Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watkins Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Pataskala, OH school district, encompassing approximately 65.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to the outer edges of the zone, which extend up to 6.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watkins Middle School's student population of 1,147 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1573 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)21.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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
Sports
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watkins Middle School's ranking?
Watkins Middle School is ranked #1573 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Watkins Middle School often compared to?
Watkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Licking Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Watkins Middle School?
1,147 students attend Watkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Watkins Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watkins Middle School?
Watkins Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watkins Middle School offer ?
Watkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watkins Middle School part of?
Watkins Middle School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The learning is okay , as far as the teachers respecting children and race this is a horrible skill they lack , very strict and no freedom , teachers seem to have the feeling that they are your child's parent when this is not so. Also the lunches are horrible , no nutrition and for those who are vegetarians dont have a selection to choose from at all. Students are treated equally.If one person was wearing leggings with a shirt and others were to only one would get into trouble which is not fair. With all of this being said i would not recommend this school to anyone
5 10/10/2025
it's the best school with the best people my favorite person there is miss Keene, Mr domer, and miss graves in preing.
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