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#252 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 14% in state

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School

School · Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public (District)

10 New Bond Street, Worcester, MA 01606

Charter

Enrollment

1,421

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#252 of 1,793

In Worcester

#3 of 48

public schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.2/10

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About Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is a public school in Worcester, MA, part of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public (District). Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School serves approximately 1,421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness10.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,008
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School — Students at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 146 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
38.9%
ELA
44.9%
2019
Math
43.1%
ELA
50.9%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
41.3%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
37.3%
2023
Math
33.7%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
38.7%
2025
Math
36.6%
ELA
41.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Compares

See how Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Sports
7
4 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
125 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs IB Programme
State avg: 2.9 AP courses·58 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
4 boys'·3 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10 New Bond Street, Worcester, MA 01606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALHUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BANCROFT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 0.7 mi 7.3
Thorndyke Road Worcester 0.8 mi 4.8
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 0.9 mi 6.6
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 0.8 mi 6.0
Burncoat Street Worcester 1.2 mi 3.9
Wawecus Road School Worcester 1.2 mi 4.0
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 1.3 mi 5.6
Norrback Avenue Worcester 1.5 mi 4.1
Nelson Place Worcester 1.3 mi 7.1
Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester 1.5 mi 4.2
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester 1.4 mi 4.9
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester 1.6 mi 8.7
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 2.0 mi 9.0
Clark St Community Worcester 1.6 mi 6.8
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 2.2 mi 7.2
Lincoln Street Worcester 1.8 mi 6.5
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester 2.0 mi 6.2
Belmont Street Community Worcester 2.4 mi 6.4
Mountview Middle Holden 2.3 mi 5.5
Elm Park Community Worcester 2.5 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,537

Median Home Value

$343,700

Median Rent

$1,615/mo

Population

22,269

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

39.7

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School Rating
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School

What grades does Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School serve?

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School?

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 1,421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School rank in MA?

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School ranks #252 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School a charter school?

Yes, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School a Title I school?

No, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,421
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
125
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public (District)
District Enrollment
1,421
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,008
District Rank
#1 of 1

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