Below Average
#1377 of 1,793 schools in MA
Claremont Academy
High School · Worcester
15 Claremont Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,377 of 1,793
In Worcester
#29 of 48
public schools
In district
#26 of 45
Worcester
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Claremont Academy
Claremont Academy is a public high school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Claremont Academy serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Claremont Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,377 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Claremont Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Claremont Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Claremont Academy 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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Claremont Academy — Students at Claremont Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 92 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: 7.3/10.
How Claremont Academy Compares
See how Claremont Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15 Claremont Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Claremont Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WORCESTER ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, University Pk Campus School (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Academy Worcester | 0.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Canterbury Worcester | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Head Start Worcester | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Goddard School/Science Technical Worcester | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| University Pk Campus School Worcester | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Columbus Park Worcester | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Doherty Memorial High Worcester | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Midland Street Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| May Street Worcester | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Gates Lane Worcester | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,757
Median Home Value
$279,100
Median Rent
$1,339/mo
Population
28,719
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
16.3%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
34.8%
Median Age
26.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Quaboag Regional High Warren, MA | 4.9 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY Dedham, MA | 4.9 |
| Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams, MA | 5.0 |
| POPE FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield, MA | 5.0 |
| Ralph C Mahar Regional Orange, MA | 5.0 |
| Randolph High Randolph, MA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Claremont Academy
What grades does Claremont Academy serve?
Claremont Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Claremont Academy?
Claremont Academy has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Claremont Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Claremont Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Claremont Academy rank in MA?
Claremont Academy ranks #1,377 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Claremont Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Claremont Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Claremont Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Claremont Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Claremont Academy a charter school?
No, Claremont Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Claremont Academy a Title I school?
No, Claremont Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3077
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #26 of 45
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