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Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School
Elementary School · UNION-ENDICOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
263 RIDGEFIELD RD, Endicott, NY 13760
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,238 of 4,742
In Endicott
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
UNION-ENDICOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School
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About Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School
Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School is a public elementary school in Endicott, NY, part of UNION-ENDICOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Thomas J Watson SR 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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Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School — Students at Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 4.6/10.
How Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School Compares
See how Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
263 RIDGEFIELD RD, Endicott, NY 13760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOMER BRINK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Endwell), which scores notably higher. Another option is AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Vestal), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Apalachin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Endicott, see our Endicott schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSS CORNERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vestal | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CHARLES F JOHNSON JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott | 2.7 mi | 2.9 |
| ANN G MCGUINNESS ELEMENTAR SCHOOL Endicott | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| LINNAEUS W WEST SCHOOL Endicott | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL Endicott | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| VESTAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vestal | 4.2 mi | 8.9 |
| UNION-ENDICOTT HIGH SCHOOL Endicott | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GEORGE F JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott | 5.7 mi | 4.4 |
| VESTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Vestal | 5.9 mi | 7.0 |
| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal | 5.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MAINE-ENDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Endwell | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| MAINE-ENDWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Endwell | 6.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HOMER BRINK SCHOOL Endwell | 6.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MAINE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Maine | 9.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,242
Median Home Value
$150,700
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
42,880
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
42.9
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| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley, NY | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School
What grades does Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School serve?
Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School?
Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School rank in NY?
Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School ranks #3,238 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School a charter school?
No, Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas J Watson SR Elementary School?
55.4% of students at Thomas J Watson SR 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Tioga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (607) 757-2152
Resources & Links
District
UNION-ENDICOTT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,623
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,207
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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