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Watertown High

High School · Watertown Unified School District

825 Endeavour Dr, Watertown, WI 53098

Enrollment

1,087

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,663 of 2,105

In Watertown

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Watertown Unified School District

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Watertown High

4.9/10

High School in Watertown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Watertown High

Watertown High is a public high school in Watertown, WI, part of Watertown Unified School District. Watertown High serves approximately 1,087 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Watertown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,663 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Watertown High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

What's said publicly about Watertown High

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Watertown High School (WHS) is a public high school located in Watertown, Wisconsin, serving grades nine through twelve 2 . The institution is operated by the Watertown Unified School District 2 . According to district information, the school reports a 96.8% successful high school graduation rate 1 . The curriculum includes 23 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and 10 eCampus Accelerated Degree Pathways 1 . Extracurricular offerings consist of 40 high school clubs and activities, alongside 19 Division I athletic offerings 1 . The school has been recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best High School for eight years 1 . Additionally, the district has been named a NAMM Best Community for Music Education for 13 consecutive years as of May 2025 1 .
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  1. www.watertown.k12.wi.us
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation22.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,825
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Watertown High — Students at Watertown High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
25%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Watertown High Compares

See how Watertown High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
21th percentile in WI
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
22.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

825 Endeavour Dr, Watertown, WI 53098

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Watertown High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LUTHER PREP (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Charter School (rated 6.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Endeavor Charter School Watertown 0.0 mi 6.7
MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Watertown 0.7 mi 5.9
Lincoln Elementary Watertown 0.8 mi 8.3
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 1.3 mi
ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Watertown 1.1 mi 6.7
eCampus Academy Charter School Watertown 1.2 mi 1.8
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 1.3 mi 6.5
Douglas Elementary Watertown 1.3 mi 7.7
TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown 1.5 mi 6.2
CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown 1.8 mi 7.0
Schurz Elementary Watertown 2.0 mi 7.0
Watertown 4 Kids Watertown 2.0 mi 3.2
TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown 2.1 mi 5.0
Webster Elementary Watertown 1.9 mi 9.1
LUTHER PREP Watertown 1.8 mi 8.2
Riverside Middle Watertown 2.0 mi 6.2
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 2.3 mi 6.5
LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown 5.6 mi 5.2
LEAP Elementary Watertown 5.9 mi 7.3
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ixonia 6.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,147

Median Home Value

$239,700

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

11,505

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Watertown High

What grades does Watertown High serve?

Watertown High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Watertown High?

Watertown High has an enrollment of approximately 1,087 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Watertown High?

The student-teacher ratio at Watertown High is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Watertown High rank in WI?

Watertown High ranks #1,663 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Watertown High's MySchoolScout rating?

Watertown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Watertown High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Watertown High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Watertown High a charter school?

No, Watertown High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Watertown High a Title I school?

No, Watertown High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Watertown High?

40.4% of students at Watertown High 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,087
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Dodge County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Watertown Unified School District
District Enrollment
3,231
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,825
District Rank
#8 of 10

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