Serving 1,139 students in grades 9-12, Watertown Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watertown Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Watertown Senior High School's student population of 1,139 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Mascot
Cyclones
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Watertown Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watertown Senior High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watertown Senior High School's ranking?
Watertown Senior High School is ranked #210 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Watertown Senior High School often compared to?
Watertown Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carthage Senior High School, Indian River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Watertown Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Watertown Senior High School is 78%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Watertown Senior High School?
1,139 students attend Watertown Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Watertown Senior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watertown Senior High School?
Watertown Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Watertown Senior High School offer ?
Watertown Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watertown Senior High School part of?
Watertown Senior High School is part of Watertown City School District.
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