Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Knickerbocker School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knickbocker School serves a central area in Watertown, NY, covering approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knickerbocker School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Be safe, responsible and respectful'
School Rankings
Knickerbocker School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knickerbocker School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3931 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
69%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knickerbocker School's ranking?
Knickerbocker School is ranked #3931 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Knickerbocker School often compared to?
Knickerbocker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Knickerbocker School?
340 students attend Knickerbocker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Knickerbocker School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knickerbocker School?
Knickerbocker School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knickerbocker School offer ?
Knickerbocker School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knickerbocker School part of?
Knickerbocker School is part of Watertown City School District.
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