Serving 257 students in grades 9-12, Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior's student population of 257 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
A safe and supportive school community with a shared responsibility of quality education for all.
School Rankings
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1325 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior's ranking?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior is ranked #1325 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior?
The graduation rate of Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior?
257 students attend Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior offer ?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior part of?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior is part of Waterville-Elysian-Morristown School District.
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