Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Watson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watson Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Watson Junior High School's student population of 544 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watson Junior High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1210 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
8%
5%
White
49%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson Junior High School's ranking?
Watson Junior High School is ranked #1210 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Watson Junior High School often compared to?
Watson Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sproul Junior High School, Janitell Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Watson Junior High School?
544 students attend Watson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Watson Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watson Junior High School?
Watson Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Watson Junior High School offer ?
Watson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watson Junior High School part of?
Watson Junior High School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Watson Junior High School located?
Watson Junior High School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
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