Serving 1,065 students in grades 6-9, Watkins Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 54% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watkins Middle School's student population of 1,065 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
1,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watkins Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Middle School is 0.37, 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
#1634 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
5%
17%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Watkins Middle School is ranked #1634 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
1,065 students attend Watkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Watkins Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watkins Middle School?
Watkins Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 6-9
What school district is Watkins Middle School part of?
Watkins Middle School is part of Southwest Licking Local School District.
School Reviews
5 2/3/2022
it's the best school with the best people my favorite person there is miss Keene, Mr domer, and miss graves in preing.
2 11/22/2011
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
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