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Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.

Middle School · WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN

BOX 278, Morristown, MN 55052

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,022 of 1,992

In Morristown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.

6.1/10

Middle School in Morristown · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. is a public middle school in Morristown, MN, part of WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN. Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,022 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 113 students, Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,226
Chronic Absenteeism31%

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. — Students at Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. Compares

See how Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
49th percentile in MN
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

Location

BOX 278, Morristown, MN 55052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MORRISTOWN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Waseca), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WASECA JUNIOR HIGH (rated 3.1/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Waseca), a more accessible option. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MORRISTOWN ELEMENTARY Morristown 0.0 mi 7.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morristown 3.9 mi
WATERVILLE ELEMENTARY Waterville 5.9 mi 7.0
WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. Waterville 5.9 mi 7.1
TEAM ACADEMY Waseca 9.5 mi 4.3
WASECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Waseca 9.5 mi 5.3
Waseca Senior High Waseca 9.6 mi 5.0
WASECA JUNIOR HIGH Waseca 9.6 mi 3.1
WASECA MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Waseca 9.6 mi
HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca 10.2 mi 4.2
Alexander Learning Academy Faribault 8.3 mi 7.1
Laura Baker SUN Program Faribault 8.3 mi
CVSEC STEP Faribault 8.3 mi 5.5
SWMetro Waseca Shakopee 10.5 mi
SWMetro Waseca-Transitions Shakopee 10.5 mi
Waseca Area Learning Center Waseca 10.5 mi 5.1
Waseca Early Childhood Waseca 10.5 mi 3.6
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Waseca 10.7 mi 6.7
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Faribault 8.7 mi 4.8
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault 8.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,375

Median Home Value

$266,700

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

1,894

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.

What grades does Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. serve?

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.?

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.?

The student-teacher ratio at Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. rank in MN?

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. ranks #1,022 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. a charter school?

No, Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. a Title I school?

No, Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr.?

35.4% of students at Waterville-elysian-morristown Jr. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Rice County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

District

WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN
District Enrollment
761
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,226
District Rank
#4 of 4

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