James R Watson Elementary School

901 Eckhart Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James R Watson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 588 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 10% in IN
  • : 67% (Top 10%)
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

James R Watson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

James R Watson Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
This chart displays total students of James R Watson Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of James R Watson Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of James R Watson Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of James R Watson Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

James R Watson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James R Watson Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#121 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of James R Watson Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
67%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
61%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of James R Watson Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Hispanic
5%
14%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
n/a
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
92%
64%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in James R Watson Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Indiana.
0.15
This chart displays the diversity score of James R Watson Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in James R Watson Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is James R Watson Elementary School's ranking?
James R Watson Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are James R Watson Elementary School often compared to?
James R Watson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckenney-harrison Elementary School, J E Ober Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend James R Watson Elementary School?
588 students attend James R Watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of James R Watson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James R Watson Elementary School?
James R Watson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does James R Watson Elementary School offer ?
James R Watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James R Watson Elementary School part of?
James R Watson Elementary School is part of Dekalb Co Ctl United Sch School District.

School Reviews

Review James R Watson Elementary School. 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

How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
Understanding Rubrics
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 588 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 67% (Top 10%)
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Quick Links