WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
1,083 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Watertown Senior High School, located at 1335 Washington Street in Watertown, New York, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Watertown City School District. As the district's flagship high school, it provides a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates core curriculum requirements with various elective opportunities, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and personal development within the local community.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Watertown City School District, which focuses on cultivating an inclusive environment that supports student achievement and community engagement. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Watertown Senior High offers a range of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, student clubs, and arts initiatives, which contribute to the overall school spirit and student life. For more detailed information regarding current academic calendars, administrative policies, and specific department offerings, stakeholders and families can visit the district’s official website at http://www.watertowncsd.org.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Watertown City School District, which focuses on cultivating an inclusive environment that supports student achievement and community engagement. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Watertown Senior High offers a range of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, student clubs, and arts initiatives, which contribute to the overall school spirit and student life. For more detailed information regarding current academic calendars, administrative policies, and specific department offerings, stakeholders and families can visit the district’s official website at http://www.watertowncsd.org.
1,083
Total Students
77.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 772 |
| Hispanic | 102 |
| Black | 84 |
| Asian | 28 |
| Two or More | 91 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White772 (71.3 %)
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Hispanic102 (9.4 %)
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Two or More91 (8.4 %)
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Black84 (7.8 %)
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Asian28 (2.6 %)
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American Indian3 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (315)785-3800 |
| Website: | http://www.watertowncsd.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,083 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 77.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 694 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 38 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
306
Grade 10
286
Grade 11
227
Grade 12
251
Ungraded
13
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 306 |
| Grade 10 | 286 |
| Grade 11 | 227 |
| Grade 12 | 251 |
| Ungraded | 13 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 534 | 49.3% |
| Male | 549 | 50.7% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 7th - 12th