Average
#1088 of 1,793 schools in MA
Quinsigamond
Elementary School · Worcester
14 Blackstone River Rd., Worcester, MA 01607
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,088 of 1,793
In Worcester
#23 of 48
public schools
In district
#21 of 45
Worcester
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Quinsigamond
Quinsigamond is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Quinsigamond serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Quinsigamond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,088 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Quinsigamond show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Quinsigamond 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.
33% of students at Quinsigamond 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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Quinsigamond — Students at Quinsigamond score 18% 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
↓ 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: 7.5/10.
How Quinsigamond Compares
See how Quinsigamond performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14 Blackstone River Rd., Worcester, MA 01607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quinsigamond may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goddard School/Science Technical (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rice Square (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Grafton Street (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTER FOR APPLIED BEHAVIORAL INSTRUCTION SCHOOL Worcester | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Pakachoag School Auburn | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Canterbury Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Claremont Academy Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodland Academy Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Goddard School/Science Technical Worcester | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| University Pk Campus School Worcester | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| City View Worcester | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,365
Median Home Value
$341,300
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
8,755
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton, MA | 5.8 |
| John J McGlynn Elementary School Medford, MA | 5.8 |
| Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston, MA | 5.8 |
| Palmer River Rehoboth, MA | 5.8 |
| Pyne Arts Lowell, MA | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACAD.-REGIONAL OFFICE Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quinsigamond
What grades does Quinsigamond serve?
Quinsigamond serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Quinsigamond?
Quinsigamond has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quinsigamond?
The student-teacher ratio at Quinsigamond 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 Quinsigamond rank in MA?
Quinsigamond ranks #1,088 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Quinsigamond's MySchoolScout rating?
Quinsigamond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Quinsigamond?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quinsigamond has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Quinsigamond a charter school?
No, Quinsigamond is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quinsigamond a Title I school?
No, Quinsigamond 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
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3502
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #21 of 45
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