Watersmeet Township School
130 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Watersmeet Township School, located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, serves as the educational hub for a rural community nestled near the Ottawa National Forest. As a K-12 facility, the school provides a close-knit learning environment where small class sizes allow for personalized attention and strong relationships between students, staff, and the surrounding community. The district emphasizes a supportive academic atmosphere that aims to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce while maintaining a connection to the unique cultural and geographic identity of the Northwoods.
The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the Watersmeet area, often serving as a focal point for local activities and community engagement. Beyond its core academic curriculum, the district focuses on fostering student growth through extracurricular opportunities and a commitment to addressing the specific needs of a remote, rural population. By leveraging its scenic location and small-town values, Watersmeet Township School strives to offer a comprehensive educational experience that balances traditional learning with the practical skills necessary for success in a changing world.
The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the Watersmeet area, often serving as a focal point for local activities and community engagement. Beyond its core academic curriculum, the district focuses on fostering student growth through extracurricular opportunities and a commitment to addressing the specific needs of a remote, rural population. By leveraging its scenic location and small-town values, Watersmeet Township School strives to offer a comprehensive educational experience that balances traditional learning with the practical skills necessary for success in a changing world.
130
Total Students
20.1
Full-Time Teachers
6.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
75.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| American Indian | 92 |
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American Indian92 (70.8%)
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White34 (26.2%)
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Two or More3 (2.3%)
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Hispanic1 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Watersmeet Township School District |
| Phone: | (906)358-4504 |
| Website: | http://www.watersmeetschool.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 130 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 87 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
6
Grade 1
14
Grade 2
10
Grade 3
12
Grade 4
13
Grade 5
9
Grade 6
8
Grade 7
6
Grade 8
5
Grade 9
11
Grade 10
10
Grade 11
14
Grade 12
12
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 6 |
| Grade 1 | 14 |
| Grade 2 | 10 |
| Grade 3 | 12 |
| Grade 4 | 13 |
| Grade 5 | 9 |
| Grade 6 | 8 |
| Grade 7 | 6 |
| Grade 8 | 5 |
| Grade 9 | 11 |
| Grade 10 | 10 |
| Grade 11 | 14 |
| Grade 12 | 12 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 66 | 50.8% |
| Male | 64 | 49.2% |