Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Ron Watson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ron Watson Middle School's student population of 557 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Ron Watson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ron Watson Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
62%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ron Watson Middle School's ranking?
Ron Watson Middle School is ranked #1275 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ron Watson Middle School often compared to?
Ron Watson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Dome Middle School, James D Price School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ron Watson Middle School?
557 students attend Ron Watson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ron Watson Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ron Watson Middle School?
Ron Watson Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ron Watson Middle School offer ?
Ron Watson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ron Watson Middle School part of?
Ron Watson Middle School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499) School District.
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