North Elementary School vs Sherman School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Elementary School
Watertown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
435 students
Sherman School
Watertown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
323 students
| Measure | North Elementary School Watertown, New York | Sherman School Watertown, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1342 of 2,536 | #1286 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #23926 of 50,301 | #23209 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 435 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 435 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Watertown | Watertown |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 51.8).
- •North Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Sherman School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Sherman School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.7% vs 70.6%).
- •North Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.7).
- •North Elementary School is the larger school with 435 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 North Elementary School better than Sherman School?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman School ranks higher (52.8 vs 51.8 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 North Elementary School and Sherman School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Watertown and Watertown in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elementary School: 435. Sherman School: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elementary School and Sherman School rank in New York?
North Elementary School is 1342nd of 2,536 and Sherman School is 1286th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).