Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Watertown Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watertown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Watertown Middle School's student population of 326 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
326 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Watertown Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watertown Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%

Black
2%
21%

White
87%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watertown Middle School's ranking?
Watertown Middle School is ranked #493 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Watertown Middle School often compared to?
Watertown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfree Bryant Middle School, Gladeville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Watertown Middle School?
326 students attend Watertown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Watertown Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watertown Middle School?
Watertown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Watertown Middle School offer ?
Watertown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watertown Middle School part of?
Watertown Middle School is part of Wilson County School District.
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