Serving 587 students in grades 7-8, Watertown Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Watertown Middle School - 02's student population of 587 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Watertown Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watertown Middle School - 02 is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Watertown Middle School - 02's ranking?
Watertown Middle School - 02 is ranked #126 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Watertown Middle School - 02?
587 students attend Watertown Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Watertown Middle School - 02 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watertown Middle School - 02?
Watertown Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Watertown Middle School - 02 offer ?
Watertown Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watertown Middle School - 02 part of?
Watertown Middle School - 02 is part of Watertown School District 14-4.
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