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#272 of 388 private schools in MA
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School
High School
144 GRANITE ST, Worcester, MA 01604
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#272 of 388
In Worcester
#8 of 10
public schools
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St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School
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About St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School is a private high school in Worcester, MA. St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Worcester East Middle | 5.7 |
| Learning First Charter Public School | 5.0 |
| North High | 4.4 |
| Claremont Academy | 4.9 |
| University Pk Campus School | 6.5 |
| Worcester Technical High | 5.9 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School | 9.0 |
| Doherty Memorial High | 6.4 |
| Forest Grove Middle | 5.6 |
| Burncoat Middle School | 6.6 |
| Burncoat Senior High | 6.0 |
| Sullivan Middle | 8.5 |
| South High Community | 7.3 |
| Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School | 8.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
144 GRANITE ST, Worcester, MA 01604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WORCESTER ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North High (rated 4.4/10, 1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Quinsigamond Worcester | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| City View Worcester | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| North High Worcester | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Roosevelt Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTER FOR APPLIED BEHAVIORAL INSTRUCTION SCHOOL Worcester | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Canterbury Worcester | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School North Dighton, MA | 5.6 |
| Douglas High School Douglas, MA | 5.6 |
| Fairhaven High Fairhaven, MA | 5.6 |
| Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton, MA | 5.6 |
| Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham, MA | 5.5 |
| Baystate Academy Charter Public School Springfield, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School
What grades does St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School serve?
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School?
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School rank in MA?
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School ranks #272 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School a religious school?
St Paul Diocesan Jr/sr High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 486
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 852-5555
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