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#1510 of 1,793 schools in MA

Jacob Hiatt Magnet

Elementary School · Worcester

772 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610

Enrollment

381

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,510 of 1,793

In Worcester

#40 of 48

public schools

In district

#37 of 45

Worcester

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Jacob Hiatt Magnet

4.5/10

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

Head Start

4.2/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Chandler Elementary Community

3.5/10

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About Jacob Hiatt Magnet

Jacob Hiatt Magnet is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Jacob Hiatt Magnet serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jacob Hiatt Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,510 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Jacob Hiatt Magnet show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Jacob Hiatt Magnet — Students at Jacob Hiatt Magnet score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.1% (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

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
48.2%
ELA
60.2%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
23.2%
ELA
48.4%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
27.6%
2023
Math
31.5%
ELA
29.3%
2024
Math
26%
ELA
33.5%
2025
Math
31.3%
ELA
34%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Jacob Hiatt Magnet Compares

See how Jacob Hiatt Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in MA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

Location

772 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jacob Hiatt Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goddard School/Science Technical (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbus Park (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VENERINI ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 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
Head Start Worcester 0.0 mi 4.2
Chandler Elementary Community Worcester 0.2 mi 3.5
ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 0.3 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 0.8 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
Midland Street Worcester 1.3 mi 4.5
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 1.4 mi 9.0
City View Worcester 1.2 mi 4.6
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 1.4 mi 7.2
Columbus Park Worcester 1.2 mi 6.7
VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester 1.3 mi 5.6
Grafton Street Worcester 1.2 mi 5.2

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jacob Hiatt Magnet

What grades does Jacob Hiatt Magnet serve?

Jacob Hiatt Magnet serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Jacob Hiatt Magnet?

Jacob Hiatt Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jacob Hiatt Magnet?

The student-teacher ratio at Jacob Hiatt Magnet is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jacob Hiatt Magnet rank in MA?

Jacob Hiatt Magnet ranks #1,510 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Jacob Hiatt Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?

Jacob Hiatt Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Jacob Hiatt Magnet?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jacob Hiatt Magnet has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jacob Hiatt Magnet a charter school?

No, Jacob Hiatt Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jacob Hiatt Magnet a Title I school?

No, Jacob Hiatt Magnet is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

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

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