Watkins Mill Park Camp

Watkins Mill is a preserved woolen mill dating to the mid-19th century, located near Lawson, Missouri, United States. The mill is protected as Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site, which preserve its machinery and business records in addition to the building itself.
Watkins Mill Park Camp serves 46 students in grades 6-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Watkins Mill Park Camp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Watkins Mill Park Camp's student population of 46 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Watkins Mill Park Camp is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Black
28%
15%
White
65%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Watkins Mill Park Camp?
The graduation rate of Watkins Mill Park Camp is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Watkins Mill Park Camp?
46 students attend Watkins Mill Park Camp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Watkins Mill Park Camp students are White, 28% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watkins Mill Park Camp?
Watkins Mill Park Camp has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Watkins Mill Park Camp offer ?
Watkins Mill Park Camp offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watkins Mill Park Camp part of?
Watkins Mill Park Camp is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.

School Reviews

Review Watkins Mill Park Camp. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Quick Links