Very Good

#144 of 574 schools in SD

Top 25% in state

Watertown Intermediate School - 13

Middle School · Watertown School District 14-4

601 11th St NE, Watertown, SD 57201

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

556

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

5th – 6th

Enrollment

556

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#144 of 574

In Watertown

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Watertown School District 14-4

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Watertown Intermediate School - 13

Watertown Intermediate School - 13 is a public middle school in Watertown, SD, part of Watertown School District 14-4. Watertown Intermediate School - 13 serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Watertown Intermediate School - 13 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Watertown Intermediate School - 13 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district

7.6

This school 7.6 · Very Good
District avg 6.9
SD avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.8Excellent40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data7

Annual Change-1.18 pts/yr

Data Period2016–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics7.3Very Good35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+4.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile60th

Resources & Environment6.2Average25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,402

Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Watertown Intermediate School - 13 — Students at Watertown Intermediate School - 13 score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 14 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016

Math

49%

ELA

61%

2017

Math

46%

ELA

57%

2018

Math

53%

ELA

61%

2019

Math

53%

ELA

61%

2020*

Math

36%

ELA

51%

2021*

Math

36%

ELA

51%

2022

Math

47%

ELA

54%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Watertown Intermediate School - 13 Compares

See how Watertown Intermediate School - 13 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.6/10

75th percentile in SD

Academic

7.3/10

Very Good

Growth

8.8/10

Excellent

Environment

6.2/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

32%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

41 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

15.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

601 11th St NE, Watertown, SD 57201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Watertown Intermediate School - 13 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Watertown Middle School - 02 (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Castlewood Middle School - 03 (rated 5.3/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Castlewood), a more accessible option. Additionally, Waverly-South Shore Middle School - 03 (rated 4.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Waverly), a more accessible option. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Watertown High School - 01 Watertown	0.3 mi	1,222	5.9
Lincoln Elementary - 05 Watertown	0.4 mi	338	8.0
GREAT PLAINS LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Watertown	0.7 mi	133	7.2
Watertown Middle School - 02 Watertown	1.0 mi	587	6.2
ST MARTINS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown	0.8 mi	123	5.4
IMACULATE CONCEPTION Watertown	0.9 mi	162	7.1
WATERTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown	0.9 mi	60	6.2
Jefferson Elementary - 09 Watertown	1.2 mi	332	5.4
Roosevelt Elementary - 08 Watertown	1.2 mi	148	4.2
Mellette Elementary - 07 Watertown	1.0 mi	235	7.5
McKinley Elementary - 06 Watertown	1.9 mi	255	6.9
Waverly-South Shore Elementary - 02 Waverly	8.9 mi	113	4.7
Waverly-South Shore High School - 01 Waverly	8.9 mi	90	5.8
Waverly-South Shore Middle School - 03 Waverly	8.9 mi	60	4.0
Castlewood Elementary - 02 Castlewood	13.1 mi	144	7.0
Castlewood High School - 01 Castlewood	13.1 mi	106	8.6
Castlewood Middle School - 03 Castlewood	13.1 mi	73	5.3
Claremont Colony Elementary - 04 Castlewood	15.4 mi	15	—
Sunrise Colony - 15 Watertown	18.6 mi	17	—
Florence Elementary - 02 Florence	15.2 mi	172	3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,809

Median Home Value

$223,600

Median Rent

$903/mo

Population

26,375

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

14.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Watertown Intermediate School - 13

What grades does Watertown Intermediate School - 13 serve?

Watertown Intermediate School - 13 serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Watertown Intermediate School - 13?

Watertown Intermediate School - 13 has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Watertown Intermediate School - 13?

The student-teacher ratio at Watertown Intermediate School - 13 is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Watertown Intermediate School - 13 rank in SD?

Watertown Intermediate School - 13 ranks #144 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Watertown Intermediate School - 13's MySchoolScout rating?

Watertown Intermediate School - 13 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Watertown Intermediate School - 13?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Watertown Intermediate School - 13 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Watertown Intermediate School - 13 a charter school?

No, Watertown Intermediate School - 13 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Watertown Intermediate School - 13 a Title I school?

No, Watertown Intermediate School - 13 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Watertown Intermediate School - 13?

32.2% of students at Watertown Intermediate School - 13 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.