WATERTOWN-MAYER MIDDLE
460 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Watertown-Mayer Middle School, located in Watertown, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Watertown-Mayer Public School District. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for students transitioning between elementary and high school. By focusing on a "middle-level" philosophy, the school emphasizes collaborative learning, critical thinking, and character development, aiming to prepare students for the complexities of secondary education.
Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs. These offerings are designed to help students discover their unique interests and build a strong sense of community within the student body. As part of a smaller school district, Watertown-Mayer Middle School prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where students are well-known by staff, ensuring that each individual receives the attention and guidance needed to succeed during their formative middle school years.
Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs. These offerings are designed to help students discover their unique interests and build a strong sense of community within the student body. As part of a smaller school district, Watertown-Mayer Middle School prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where students are well-known by staff, ensuring that each individual receives the attention and guidance needed to succeed during their formative middle school years.
460
Total Students
27.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 423 |
| Hispanic | 14 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 19 |
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White423 (92.0 %)
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Two or More19 (4.1 %)
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Hispanic14 (3.0 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
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Black1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Watertown-Mayer Public School Dist |
| Phone: | (952)955-0400 |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 460 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 27.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 84 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 23 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
115
Grade 6
92
Grade 7
121
Grade 8
132
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 115 |
| Grade 6 | 92 |
| Grade 7 | 121 |
| Grade 8 | 132 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 231 | 50.2% |
| Male | 229 | 49.8% |
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