Serving 703 students in grades 4-6, 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 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watkins Intermediate School's student population of 703 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watkins Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Intermediate School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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 #740 out of 3,241 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
703 students attend Watkins Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Watkins Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watkins Intermediate School?
Watkins Intermediate School has a student ration of 22:1, 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 4-6
What school district is Watkins Intermediate School part of?
Watkins Intermediate School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
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