Below Average
#1378 of 1,793 schools in MA
Elm Park Community
Elementary School · Worcester
23 North Ashland Street, Worcester, MA 01609
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,378 of 1,793
In Worcester
#30 of 48
public schools
In district
#27 of 45
Worcester
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Elm Park Community
Elementary School in Worcester · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elm Park Community
Elm Park Community is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Elm Park Community serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Park Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,378 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Park Community show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Elm Park Community 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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Elm Park Community — Students at Elm Park Community 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: 5.7/10.
How Elm Park Community Compares
See how Elm Park Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
23 North Ashland Street, Worcester, MA 01609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Park Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Street Community (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VENERINI ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grafton Street (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Head Start Worcester | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Doherty Memorial High Worcester | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| City View Worcester | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Claremont Academy Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodland Academy Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Midland Street Worcester | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Forest Grove Middle Worcester | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,411
Median Home Value
$422,100
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Population
23,184
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
29.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell, MA | 4.9 |
| James F Hennessey Lawrence, MA | 4.9 |
| Roosevelt Worcester, MA | 4.9 |
| South Elementary Stoughton, MA | 4.9 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury, MA | 4.9 |
| Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Park Community
What grades does Elm Park Community serve?
Elm Park Community serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Elm Park Community?
Elm Park Community has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Park Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Park Community is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Park Community rank in MA?
Elm Park Community ranks #1,378 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Elm Park Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Park Community 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 Elm Park Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Park Community has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Elm Park Community a charter school?
No, Elm Park Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Park Community a Title I school?
No, Elm Park Community 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
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3568
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #27 of 45
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