Below Average
#1593 of 1,793 schools in MA
Head Start
School · Worcester
770 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 47 schools in Worcester. Learn more
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,593 of 1,793
In Worcester
#43 of 48
public schools
In district
#40 of 45
Worcester
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Head Start
School in Worcester · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Jacob Hiatt Magnet
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Chandler Elementary Community
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About Head Start
Head Start is a public school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Head Start serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,593 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Head Start Compares
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Location
770 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Head Start may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Goddard School/Science Technical (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Claremont Academy Worcester | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodland Academy Worcester | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Canterbury Worcester | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Doherty Memorial High Worcester | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Goddard School/Science Technical Worcester | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| University Pk Campus School Worcester | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| City View Worcester | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Midland Street Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Columbus Park Worcester | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Head Start
What grades does Head Start serve?
Head Start serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Head Start?
Head Start has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Head Start?
The student-teacher ratio at Head Start is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Head Start rank in MA?
Head Start ranks #1,593 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Head Start's MySchoolScout rating?
Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Head Start a charter school?
No, Head Start is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Head Start a Title I school?
No, Head Start is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 799-3662
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #40 of 45
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