Waterman Elementary School serves 281 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterman Elementary School's student population of 281 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
“Learning is not some of the time; it’s all of the time-for all of us”
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waterman Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
31%
White
95%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lakers
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Waterman Elementary School often compared to?
Waterman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Elementary School, Walberta Park Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Waterman Elementary School?
281 students attend Waterman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Waterman Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterman Elementary School?
Waterman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterman Elementary School offer ?
Waterman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterman Elementary School part of?
Waterman Elementary School is part of Skaneateles Central School District.
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