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#325 of 388 private schools in MA

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School

Elementary School

865 MAIN ST, Worcester, MA 01610

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#325 of 388

In Worcester

#10 of 10

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About St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Worcester, MA. St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.2 pts below MA schools

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary 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.

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How St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

12.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

303

This School

459

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.1

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.5% vs 0%

Black 25.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 11.6% vs 0%

Asian 3% vs 0%

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School Worcester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School (this school)	—	303	13.2:1	5.1
Claremont Academy	0.1 mi	478	12.3:1	4.9
Woodland Academy	0.2 mi	489	11.1:1	4.6
Jacob Hiatt Magnet	0.3 mi	381	13.1:1	4.5
Head Start	0.4 mi	376	15:1	4.2
Canterbury	0.5 mi	335	12:1	4.7
Chandler Elementary Community	0.5 mi	411	12.1:1	3.5
Goddard School/Science Technical	0.6 mi	378	9.9:1	7.7
University Pk Campus School	0.7 mi	244	12.2:1	6.5
Columbus Park	0.9 mi	375	11.4:1	6.7
Learning First Charter Public School	0.9 mi	667	19.1:1	5.0
Elm Park Community	1.2 mi	440	12.2:1	4.9
Union Hill School	1.3 mi	369	11.5:1	2.4
Midland Street	1.4 mi	238	11.3:1	4.5
Grafton Street	1.4 mi	398	12.8:1	5.2
Vernon Hill School	1.5 mi	488	12.8:1	4.5
City View	1.6 mi	433	10.8:1	4.6
May Street	1.6 mi	294	14:1	6.7
Gates Lane	1.6 mi	547	11.6:1	6.3
Worcester East Middle	1.6 mi	695	12.6:1	5.7
Quinsigamond	1.7 mi	715	12.3:1	5.8

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C 2.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

D 1.3 / 10

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School Day Length 5.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 936

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 303

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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)

White 53.5%

Black 25.1%

Hispanic 11.6%

Two or More 6.9%

Asian 3.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

865 MAIN ST, Worcester, MA 01610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goddard School/Science Technical (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbus Park (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quinsigamond (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Claremont Academy Worcester	0.1 mi	478	4.9
Woodland Academy Worcester	0.2 mi	489	4.6
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester	0.3 mi	381	4.5
Head Start Worcester	0.4 mi	376	4.2
Canterbury Worcester	0.5 mi	335	4.7
Chandler Elementary Community Worcester	0.5 mi	411	3.5
Goddard School/Science Technical Worcester	0.6 mi	378	7.7
University Pk Campus School Worcester	0.7 mi	244	6.5
Doherty Memorial High Worcester	1.2 mi	1,398	6.4
Elm Park Community Worcester	1.2 mi	440	4.9
Columbus Park Worcester	0.9 mi	375	6.7
Learning First Charter Public School Worcester	0.9 mi	667	5.0
Midland Street Worcester	1.4 mi	238	4.5
Union Hill School Worcester	1.3 mi	369	2.4
WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester	1.3 mi	508	7.1
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester	1.8 mi	97	9.0
Vernon Hill School Worcester	1.5 mi	488	4.5
Quinsigamond Worcester	1.7 mi	715	5.8
OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester	1.5 mi	166	5.8
City View Worcester	1.6 mi	433	4.6

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 St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School

What grades does St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School serve?

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School?

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School rank in MA?

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School ranks #325 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Peter Central Catholic Elementary 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 Peter Central Catholic Elementary School a religious school?

St Peter Central Catholic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 42 Some Transit
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 303
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 23
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 5.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Worcester County
Phone: (508) 791-6496

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