Watertown City School District

Jefferson County, New York · Grades PK-12

Watertown City School District is a public school district located in Jefferson County, New York, operating as a city school district within the New York State public education system. This page brings together key information about the district, including the schools it serves, its location and county, district type, and official identifiers. Explore Watertown City School District to learn more about public education in Jefferson County and find resources for students, families, and residents from The Standard NY.

District Information

County Jefferson County
Grade Span PK-12
District Type City School District
State NY
Enrollment 4,314
Schools —
NYSED/BEDS Code 222000010000

Schools in This District

School list coming soon.

District Yearly Data

2 years of data available.

2024-25
Total Enrollment 3,984
Tax Levy $17,502,935
Math Proficiency 37.0%
Graduation Rate 69.0%
Chronic Absenteeism 35.4%
Accountability Status Target District

Source: NYS Property Tax Report Card 2025-26 (2024-25 prior-year tax levy & enrollment)

2023-24
Total Enrollment 3,908
Total Budget $83,714,476
Per-Pupil Spending $19,532
State Aid $65,786,103
Tax Levy $17,502,935
ELA Proficiency 27.0%
Math Proficiency 36.0%
Graduation Rate 75.2%
Chronic Absenteeism 37.2%
Accountability Status Target District

Source: NYS School District Fiscal Profile Masterfile (ST-3 financials); Data As Of: June 11, 2025

Helpful Resources for Families

This directory is provided for general informational purposes. Families should confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries, and school assignment directly with the school district.