Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watson School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watson 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
Watson School's student population of 224 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Watson School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watson School is 0.58, 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
#483 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
61%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson School's ranking?
Watson School is ranked #483 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Watson School?
224 students attend Watson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Watson School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson School?
Watson School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Watson School offer ?
Watson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watson School part of?
Watson School is part of Rockville Centre Union Free School District.
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