What grades does WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL serve?

WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the WATERTOWN area.

Where is WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL located?

WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a urban school in WATERTOWN, NY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is 13.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in WATERTOWN, NY?

Schools in WATERTOWN include WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the WATERTOWN area.

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WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL — School Calendar 2026-27

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WATERTOWN, NY 13601

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Sep

Thu

First Day of School (Watertown)Event

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Thu

First Day of School (Watertown)Event

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Mon

Labor Day — No SchoolHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Mon

Labor Day — No SchoolHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Mon

Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Observed — No SchoolEvent

Watertown City School District school holiday

Oct

Mon

Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Observed — No SchoolEvent

Watertown City School District school holiday

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,139

Student:Teacher

13.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

WATERTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

57.6%

Phone

(315)785-3800

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

Math Proficiency

89%

84th percentile in NY

Graduation Rate

79%

Chronic Absenteeism

31.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

4 courses offered

18 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

88 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

45 test takers

Athletics

20 sports, 31 teams

898 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1

Worse than average in NY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,068

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$19,619

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$13,230

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,646

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 63%Local 23%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$214,131

+0.9% 1yr+31.1% 5yr

Watertown, NY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.2%

Below 150% poverty line

6.8%

Unemployment rate

5.2%

Uninsured residents

8.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

819

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

716

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

63%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

309 (43%)

Other Health Impairment

153 (21%)

Autism

103 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

101 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

22 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

8 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,181

Current enrollment

Growing(+15% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 3, 2026

First Day of School (Watertown)

Event

Thu, Sep 3, 2026

First Day of School (Watertown)

Event

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day — No School

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	First Day of School (Watertown) Watertown City School District 2026-2027 school year begins	Event	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	First Day of School (Watertown) Watertown City School District 2026-2027 school year begins	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Observed — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Observed — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Staff Development - EARLY DISMISSAL (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Staff Development - EARLY DISMISSAL (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	K-12 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	K-12 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	K-12 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	K-12 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday — No School Watertown City School District Thanksgiving Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday — No School Watertown City School District Thanksgiving Holiday	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	K-4 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Elementary only) (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	K-4 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Elementary only) (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Holiday Recess — No School Watertown City School District Holiday Recess	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Holiday Recess — No School Watertown City School District Holiday Recess	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Tue, Jan 26, 2027	Regents Exams (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Regents Exams	Event	—
Tue, Jan 26, 2027	Regents Exams (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Regents Exams	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter Recess — No School Watertown City School District Winter Recess	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter Recess — No School Watertown City School District Winter Recess	Break	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	K-4 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Elementary only) (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	K-4 Parent Teacher Conferences - EARLY DISMISSAL (Elementary only) (Watertown City School District) Watertown City School District important calendar date	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good Friday — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good Friday — No School Watertown City School District school holiday	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Spring Recess — No School Watertown City School District Spring Recess	Break	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Spring Recess — No School Watertown City School District Spring Recess	Break	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	Grades 3-8 NYS ELA Test (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Grades 3-8 NYS ELA Test	Event	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	Grades 3-8 NYS ELA Test (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Grades 3-8 NYS ELA Test	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Grades 5 & 8 NYS Science Test (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Grades 5 & 8 NYS Science Test	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Grades 5 & 8 NYS Science Test (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Grades 5 & 8 NYS Science Test	Event	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	Grades 3-8 NYS Math Test (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Grades 3-8 NYS Math Test	Event	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	Grades 3-8 NYS Math Test (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Grades 3-8 NYS Math Test	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL — No School Watertown City School District Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL	Holiday	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL — No School Watertown City School District Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 15, 2027	Regents Days (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Regents Days	Event	—
Tue, Jun 15, 2027	Regents Days (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Regents Days	Event	—
Mon, Jun 21, 2027	Regents Days (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Regents Days	Event	—
Mon, Jun 21, 2027	Regents Days (Watertown) Watertown City School District — Regents Days	Event	—
Thu, Jun 24, 2027	Last Day of School (Watertown) Watertown City School District 2026-2027 school year ends	Event	—
Thu, Jun 24, 2027	Last Day of School (Watertown) Watertown City School District 2026-2027 school year ends	Event	—