Watertown School District
School District · Watertown, Connecticut
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,792
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,792
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#103 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$23,792
$1,213 vs Connecticut median
District size
2,578 students
Typical than Connecticut median
About Watertown School District
Watertown School District is a Watertown, Connecticut school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,578 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. The district invests $23,792 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.6/10, Watertown School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Swift Middle School, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.
In standardized testing, Watertown School District students show an average math proficiency of 42.9% and ELA proficiency of 57.4%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Watertown School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Watertown School District with test data.
Schools in Watertown School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- Watertown
- Total Enrollment
- 2,578
- Teachers (FTE)
- 211
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Watertown School District?
Watertown School District has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Watertown School District?
The average composite rating for Watertown School District is 5.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Watertown School District?
Watertown School District spends $23,792 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Watertown School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Watertown School District is 12.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Watertown School District?
Swift Middle School is the highest-rated school in Watertown School District with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What are the test scores in Watertown School District?
Across schools in Watertown School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 57.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Watertown School District compare to other districts in Connecticut?
Watertown School District has an average school rating of 5.6/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Connecticut by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 42.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 57.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Watertown School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Waterbury School District (29)
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- Stamford School District (21)
- Danbury School District (19)
- Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (17)
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- Hamden School District (10)
- Manchester School District (10)
- Middletown School District (10)
- Naugatuck School District (9)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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