Needs Improvement
#1653 of 1,793 schools in MA
Burncoat Street
Elementary School · Worcester
526 Burncoat Street, Worcester, MA 01606
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,653 of 1,793
In Worcester
#46 of 48
public schools
In district
#43 of 45
Worcester
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Burncoat Street
Elementary School in Worcester · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Burncoat Street
Burncoat Street is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Burncoat Street serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Burncoat Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,653 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Burncoat Street show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Burncoat Street
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Burncoat Street were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Burncoat Street — Students at Burncoat Street score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.8/10.
How Burncoat Street Compares
See how Burncoat Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
526 Burncoat Street, Worcester, MA 01606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burncoat Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALHUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nelson Place (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clark St Community (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norrback Avenue Worcester | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Thorndyke Road Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Clark St Community Worcester | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Burncoat Senior High Worcester | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Burncoat Middle School Worcester | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Wawecus Road School Worcester | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Mountview Middle Holden | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Street Worcester | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Forest Grove Middle Worcester | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Nelson Place Worcester | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Leroy E.Mayo Holden | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 3.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn, MA | 3.9 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester, MA | 3.9 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield, MA | 3.9 |
| Charles J Prescott Norwood, MA | 3.8 |
| East Brookfield Elementary East Brookfield, MA | 3.8 |
| Lincoln-Thomson Lynn, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burncoat Street
What grades does Burncoat Street serve?
Burncoat Street serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Burncoat Street?
Burncoat Street has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burncoat Street?
The student-teacher ratio at Burncoat Street is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burncoat Street rank in MA?
Burncoat Street ranks #1,653 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Burncoat Street's MySchoolScout rating?
Burncoat Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Burncoat Street?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burncoat Street has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Burncoat Street a charter school?
No, Burncoat Street is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burncoat Street a Title I school?
No, Burncoat Street is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3537
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #43 of 45
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