Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Starbuck Elementary 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Starbuck Elementary School serves the northern part of Watertown, NY, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Starbuck Elementary School's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Starbuck Elementary 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 Starbuck Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#3979 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starbuck Elementary School's ranking?
Starbuck Elementary School is ranked #3979 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Starbuck Elementary School often compared to?
Starbuck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, Ohio Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Starbuck Elementary School?
153 students attend Starbuck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Starbuck Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starbuck Elementary School?
Starbuck Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Starbuck Elementary School offer ?
Starbuck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Starbuck Elementary School part of?
Starbuck Elementary School is part of Watertown City School District.
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