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#380 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 21% in state

Flagg Street

Elementary School · Worcester

115 Flagg Street, Worcester, MA 01602

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#380 of 1,793

In Worcester

#5 of 48

public schools

In district

#3 of 45

Worcester

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Flagg Street

7.9/10

Elementary School in Worcester · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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4.5/10

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About Flagg Street

Flagg Street is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Flagg Street serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Flagg Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Flagg Street show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+33.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Flagg Street — Students at Flagg Street score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 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
66%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
57.8%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42.8%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
50.2%
ELA
54%
2023
Math
61.8%
ELA
53.5%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
49.5%
2025
Math
61.5%
ELA
54.8%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Flagg Street Compares

See how Flagg Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
79th percentile in MA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Location

115 Flagg Street, Worcester, MA 01602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flagg Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Nelson Place (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, May Street (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester 0.3 mi 6.2
Midland Street Worcester 0.9 mi 4.5
Nelson Place Worcester 0.9 mi 7.1
Chandler Magnet Worcester 1.1 mi 7.8
Doherty Memorial High Worcester 1.1 mi 6.4
Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester 1.0 mi 4.2
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 1.0 mi 5.6
May Street Worcester 1.3 mi 6.7
Tatnuck Worcester 1.1 mi 4.8
WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester 1.4 mi
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 1.7 mi 7.3
Elm Park Community Worcester 1.6 mi 4.9
Columbus Park Worcester 2.1 mi 6.7
Chandler Elementary Community Worcester 1.9 mi 3.5
Woodland Academy Worcester 2.2 mi 4.6
Claremont Academy Worcester 2.2 mi 4.9
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 1.7 mi 9.0
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester 2.1 mi 4.5
Head Start Worcester 2.2 mi 4.2
ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 2.3 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,351

Median Home Value

$380,800

Median Rent

$1,471/mo

Population

25,791

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham, MA 7.9
Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport, MA 7.9
Elmwood Street Millbury, MA 7.9
Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac, MA 7.9
Joseph Demello South Dartmouth, MA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flagg Street

What grades does Flagg Street serve?

Flagg Street serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Flagg Street?

Flagg Street has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flagg Street?

The student-teacher ratio at Flagg Street is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flagg Street rank in MA?

Flagg Street ranks #380 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Flagg Street's MySchoolScout rating?

Flagg Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Flagg Street?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flagg Street has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Flagg Street a charter school?

No, Flagg Street is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Flagg Street a Title I school?

No, Flagg Street is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

District

Worcester
District Enrollment
24,350
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,553
District Rank
#3 of 45

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