Serving 105 students in grades 7-8, Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior's student population of 105 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
A safe and supportive school community with a shared responsibility of quality education for all.
School Rankings
Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior 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 Junior is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1016 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior's ranking?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior is ranked #1016 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior?
105 students attend Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior offer ?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior part of?
Waterville-elysian-morristown Junior is part of Waterville-Elysian-Morristown School District.
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