Needs Improvement
#4363 of 4,742 schools in NY
Watson Williams Elementary School
Elementary School · UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
107 ELMWOOD PL, Utica, NY 13501
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,363 of 4,742
In Utica
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Watson Williams Elementary School
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About Watson Williams Elementary School
Watson Williams Elementary School is a public elementary school in Utica, NY, part of UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Watson Williams Elementary School serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Watson Williams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,363 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Watson Williams Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Watson Williams 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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Watson Williams Elementary School — Students at Watson Williams Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 3.3/10.
How Watson Williams Elementary School Compares
See how Watson Williams Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
107 ELMWOOD PL, Utica, NY 13501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Watson Williams Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Hartford), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARCY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Marcy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utica, see our Utica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,771
Median Home Value
$136,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
40,235
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.2%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Watson Williams Elementary School
What grades does Watson Williams Elementary School serve?
Watson Williams Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Watson Williams Elementary School?
Watson Williams Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Watson Williams Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Watson Williams Elementary 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 Watson Williams Elementary School rank in NY?
Watson Williams Elementary School ranks #4,363 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Watson Williams Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Watson Williams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Watson Williams Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Watson Williams Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Watson Williams Elementary School a charter school?
No, Watson Williams Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Watson Williams Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Watson Williams Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Watson Williams Elementary School?
86.2% of students at Watson Williams 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oneida County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (315) 368-6780
Resources & Links
District
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,329
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,812
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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