Below Average
#1476 of 1,793 schools in MA
City View
Elementary School · Worcester
80 Prospect Street, Worcester, MA 01605
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,476 of 1,793
In Worcester
#37 of 48
public schools
In district
#34 of 45
Worcester
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City View
Elementary School in Worcester · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Venerini Academy
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Belmont Street Community
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About City View
City View is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. City View serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. City View has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,476 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for City View show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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City View — Students at City View score 13% 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How City View Compares
See how City View performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
80 Prospect Street, Worcester, MA 01605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City View may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Street Community (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VENERINI ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grafton Street (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| North High Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Wawecus Road School Worcester | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,805
Median Home Value
$349,800
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
31,086
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Daniel B Brunton Springfield, MA | 4.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton, MA | 4.6 |
| East Meadow Granby, MA | 4.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee, MA | 4.6 |
| Highlands Danvers, MA | 4.6 |
| Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City View
What grades does City View serve?
City View serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend City View?
City View has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City View?
The student-teacher ratio at City View is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does City View rank in MA?
City View ranks #1,476 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is City View's MySchoolScout rating?
City View has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 City View?
Based on loaded state assessment records, City View has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is City View a charter school?
No, City View is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is City View a Title I school?
No, City View is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3670
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #34 of 45
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