K C Heffernan Elementary School vs Waterman Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
K C Heffernan Elementary School
Marcellus · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
471 students
Waterman Elementary School
Skaneateles · Public elementary · Grades K–2
281 students
| Measure | K C Heffernan Elementary School Marcellus, New York | Waterman Elementary School Skaneateles, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #356 of 2,536 | #133 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #4616 of 50,301 | #1020 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 471 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 471 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.8% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 82% | – |
| city | Marcellus | Skaneateles |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waterman Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.0 vs 80.7).
- •Waterman Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11% vs 20.8%).
- •Waterman Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.3).
- •K C Heffernan Elementary School is the larger school with 471 students compared with 281.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is K C Heffernan Elementary School better than Waterman Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Waterman Elementary School ranks higher (89.0 vs 80.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are K C Heffernan Elementary School and Waterman Elementary School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Marcellus and Skaneateles in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
K C Heffernan Elementary School: 471. Waterman Elementary School: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do K C Heffernan Elementary School and Waterman Elementary School rank in New York?
K C Heffernan Elementary School is 356th of 2,536 and Waterman Elementary School is 133rd of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).