Watkins Elementary School held its annual Open House and Curriculum Night last week, allowing families to meet with teachers and hear about the academic goals for the upcoming year. The campus also is preparing for its mid-August supply drop-off and self-guided tours to help students and parents become accustomed to the school environment. The school also continues to highlight its specialized gifted and preschool programming in support of student achievement and early childhood development.

Q1. How many students per teacher does Watkins Elementary have?

Ans. The school has an enrollment of around 279 students and a student teacher ratio of about 20 to 1.

Q2. Student proficiency levels at Watkins Elementary School

Ans. Twenty-one percent of students are proficient in reading and 12 percent are proficient in math, according to state test scores.

Q3. Is there a preschool or gifted program at Watkins Elementary School?

Ans. Yes, Watkins Elementary provides preschool programming for ages 3 and up, and a gifted program for those who qualify.

Q4. What are the scheduling options available for families at Watkins Elementary?

Ans. The school offers a variety of scheduling options to meet the needs of families, including full-week, part-week, full-day and part-day schedules.

Q5. What can families do to prepare for the upcoming school year at Watkins Elementary?

Ans. Families can drop supplies off and take a self-guided tour in mid-August, then meet teachers and learn about the upcoming year at the Open House and Curriculum Night.