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#1286 of 1,793 schools in MA
Rice Square
Elementary School · Worcester
76 Massasoit Rd, Worcester, MA 01604
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,286 of 1,793
In Worcester
#27 of 48
public schools
In district
#25 of 45
Worcester
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Rice Square
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About Rice Square
Rice Square is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Rice Square serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rice Square has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Rice Square show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Rice Square 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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Rice Square — Students at Rice Square score 22% 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: 6.5/10.
How Rice Square Compares
See how Rice Square performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
76 Massasoit Rd, Worcester, MA 01604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rice Square may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calvin Coolidge School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belmont Street Community (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| North High Worcester | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Roosevelt Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| City View Worcester | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Quinsigamond Worcester | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Lake View Worcester | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,911
Median Home Value
$321,900
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
39,988
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred M Chaffee Oxford, MA | 5.2 |
| Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy, MA | 5.2 |
| Benjamin Swan Elementary Springfield, MA | 5.2 |
| Blackstone Elementary School Boston, MA | 5.2 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain, MA | 5.2 |
| Bryantville Elementary Pembroke, MA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rice Square
What grades does Rice Square serve?
Rice Square serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rice Square?
Rice Square has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rice Square?
The student-teacher ratio at Rice Square is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rice Square rank in MA?
Rice Square ranks #1,286 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Rice Square's MySchoolScout rating?
Rice Square has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Rice Square?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rice Square has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rice Square a charter school?
No, Rice Square is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rice Square a Title I school?
No, Rice Square is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3556
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #25 of 45
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