Serving 556 students in grades 5-6, Watertown Intermediate School - 13 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watertown Intermediate School - 13's student population of 556 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Watertown Intermediate School - 13 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watertown Intermediate School - 13 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
#314 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watertown Intermediate School - 13's ranking?
Watertown Intermediate School - 13 is ranked #314 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Watertown Intermediate School - 13?
556 students attend Watertown Intermediate School - 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Watertown Intermediate School - 13 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watertown Intermediate School - 13?
Watertown Intermediate School - 13 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Watertown Intermediate School - 13 offer ?
Watertown Intermediate School - 13 offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watertown Intermediate School - 13 part of?
Watertown Intermediate School - 13 is part of Watertown School District 14-4.
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