Needs Improvement
#4709 of 4,742 schools in NY
Starbuck Elementary School
Elementary School · WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
430 E HOARD ST, Watertown, NY 13601
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,709 of 4,742
In Watertown
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Starbuck Elementary School
Starbuck Elementary School is a public elementary school in Watertown, NY, part of WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Starbuck Elementary School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Starbuck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,709 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Starbuck Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Starbuck Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
62% of students at Starbuck Elementary 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
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Starbuck Elementary School — Students at Starbuck Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.2/10.
How Starbuck Elementary School Compares
See how Starbuck Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
430 E HOARD ST, Watertown, NY 13601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starbuck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLACK RIVER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Black River), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Calcium), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Evans Mills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| IMMACULATE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES Watertown | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| KNICKERBOCKER SCHOOL Watertown | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SHERMAN SCHOOL Watertown | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CASE MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| IHC INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GRADES K-5 Watertown | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| JEFFERSON-LEWIS-HAMILTON-HERKIMER-ONEIDA BOCES Watertown | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| BLACK RIVER SCHOOL Black River | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| GENERAL BROWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dexter | 6.4 mi | 5.1 |
| EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Evans Mills | 8.2 mi | 6.4 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dexter | 7.2 mi | 3.7 |
| MAYNARD P WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Adams Center | 10.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams | 12.4 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
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| EARTH SCHOOL New York, NY | 2.5 |
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| PS 243 WEEKSVILLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB Brooklyn, NY | 2.5 |
| PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM Brooklyn, NY | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starbuck Elementary School
What grades does Starbuck Elementary School serve?
Starbuck Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Starbuck Elementary School?
Starbuck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starbuck Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Starbuck Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starbuck Elementary School rank in NY?
Starbuck Elementary School ranks #4,709 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Starbuck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Starbuck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Starbuck Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Starbuck Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Starbuck Elementary School a charter school?
No, Starbuck Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starbuck Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Starbuck Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Starbuck Elementary School?
67.6% of students at Starbuck Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (315) 785-3765
Resources & Links
District
WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,993
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,619
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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