Needs Improvement
#1793 of 1,793 schools in MA
Union Hill School
Elementary School · Worcester
1 Chapin Street, Worcester, MA 01604
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,793 of 1,793
In Worcester
#48 of 48
public schools
In district
#45 of 45
Worcester
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Union Hill School
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About Union Hill School
Union Hill School is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Union Hill School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,793 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Union Hill School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Union Hill School 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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Union Hill School — Students at Union Hill School score 12% 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: 1.3/10.
How Union Hill School Compares
See how Union Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Chapin Street, Worcester, MA 01604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Street Community (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quinsigamond (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 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 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| City View Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Quinsigamond Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| North High Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Canterbury Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus, MA | 2.6 |
| Brickett Elementary Lynn, MA | 2.9 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams, MA | 2.9 |
| Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis, MA | 2.9 |
| Atherton Hough Quincy, MA | 3.0 |
| Charles S Ashley New Bedford, MA | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Hill School
What grades does Union Hill School serve?
Union Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Union Hill School?
Union Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Hill School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Hill School rank in MA?
Union Hill School ranks #1,793 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Union Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Union Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Hill School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Union Hill School a charter school?
No, Union Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Hill School a Title I school?
No, Union Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3600
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #45 of 45
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