Knickerbocker School vs Sherman School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 906 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Knickerbocker School
Watertown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
340 students
Sherman School
Watertown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
323 students
| Measure | Knickerbocker School Watertown, New York | Sherman School Watertown, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1273 of 2,536 | #1286 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #23039 of 50,301 | #23209 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 340 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 340 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.9% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| city | Watertown | Watertown |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (53.0 vs 52.8).
- •Sherman School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.7% vs 67.9%).
- •Knickerbocker School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.7).
- •Knickerbocker School is the larger school with 340 students compared with 323.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Knickerbocker School better than Sherman School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Knickerbocker School and Sherman School?
About 906 m in a straight line, between Watertown and Watertown in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Knickerbocker School: 340. Sherman School: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Knickerbocker School and Sherman School rank in New York?
Knickerbocker School is 1273rd of 2,536 and Sherman School is 1286th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).