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#4019 of 4,742 schools in NY

Case Middle School

Middle School · WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

1237 WASHINGTON ST, Watertown, NY 13601

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.4

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,019 of 4,742

In Watertown

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Case Middle School

4.4/10

Middle School in Watertown · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Case Middle School

Case Middle School is a public middle school in Watertown, NY, part of WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Case Middle School serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Case Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,019 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Case Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Case Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,619
Chronic Absenteeism47.7%

Case Middle School — Students at Case Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 35.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2013
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
12.3%
ELA
40.3%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
34.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Case Middle School Compares

See how Case Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

Location

1237 WASHINGTON ST, Watertown, NY 13601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Case Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Adams), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown 0.1 mi 6.6
HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown 0.2 mi 4.4
SHERMAN SCHOOL Watertown 0.4 mi 4.9
KNICKERBOCKER SCHOOL Watertown 0.4 mi 4.2
IMMACULATE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES Watertown 1.0 mi 5.9
IHC INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GRADES K-5 Watertown 1.0 mi 5.7
IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown 1.0 mi 6.0
FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown 1.4 mi 5.9
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown 2.0 mi 5.2
STARBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown 2.0 mi 2.5
OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown 1.7 mi 3.3
JEFFERSON-LEWIS-HAMILTON-HERKIMER-ONEIDA BOCES Watertown 3.0 mi 5.2
BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville 4.2 mi 4.1
CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium 5.9 mi 6.9
GENERAL BROWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dexter 6.6 mi 5.1
BLACK RIVER SCHOOL Black River 6.9 mi 7.2
DEXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dexter 7.2 mi 3.7
MAYNARD P WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Adams Center 8.3 mi 5.2
EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Evans Mills 10.2 mi 6.4
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams 10.4 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,503

Median Home Value

$170,100

Median Rent

$974/mo

Population

37,409

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

49.6%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

35.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GENEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Geneva, NY 4.4
HAMPTON BAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hampton Bays, NY 4.4
HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown, NY 4.4
SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Salamanca, NY 4.4
ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn, NY 4.5
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams, NY 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Case Middle School

What grades does Case Middle School serve?

Case Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Case Middle School?

Case Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Case Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Case Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Case Middle School rank in NY?

Case Middle School ranks #4,019 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Case Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Case Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Case Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Case Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Case Middle School a charter school?

No, Case Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Case Middle School a Title I school?

No, Case Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Case Middle School?

65.1% of students at Case Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

District

WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,993
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,619
District Rank
#4 of 8

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