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#1638 of 1,793 schools in MA

Wawecus Road School

Elementary School · Worcester

20 Wawecus Rd, Worcester, MA 01605

Enrollment

150

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,638 of 1,793

In Worcester

#45 of 48

public schools

In district

#42 of 45

Worcester

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wawecus Road School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Worcester · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wawecus Road School

Wawecus Road School is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Wawecus Road School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wawecus Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,638 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wawecus Road School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 150 students, Wawecus Road School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Wawecus Road School — Students at Wawecus Road School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
45.8%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
11.4%
ELA
22.4%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
28.8%
2023
Math
31.3%
ELA
25.3%
2024
Math
27.3%
ELA
24.3%
2025
Math
16.8%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Wawecus Road School Compares

See how Wawecus Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Location

20 Wawecus Rd, Worcester, MA 01605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wawecus Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALHUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nelson Place (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clark St Community (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 0.4 mi 6.6
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 0.4 mi 6.0
Thorndyke Road Worcester 0.7 mi 4.8
Worcester Technical High Worcester 1.2 mi 5.9
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 1.2 mi 9.0
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 1.2 mi 8.2
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 1.2 mi 7.2
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester 1.1 mi 4.9
Lincoln Street Worcester 1.0 mi 6.5
Belmont Street Community Worcester 1.4 mi 6.4
VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester 1.5 mi 5.6
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 1.2 mi 5.6
Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester 1.3 mi 4.2
City View Worcester 1.7 mi 4.6
Clark St Community Worcester 1.7 mi 6.8
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester 1.8 mi 8.7
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 1.6 mi 7.3
Elm Park Community Worcester 1.8 mi 4.9
Burncoat Street Worcester 2.1 mi 3.9
Nelson Place Worcester 1.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,805

Median Home Value

$349,800

Median Rent

$1,362/mo

Population

31,086

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

32

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Oakham Center Oakham, MA 4.0
AL-NOOR ACADEMY Sharon, MA 4.1
Lyon K-8 School Brighton, MA 4.1
Linscott-Rumford Woburn, MA 3.9
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester, MA 3.9
Swift River New Salem, MA 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wawecus Road School

What grades does Wawecus Road School serve?

Wawecus Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Wawecus Road School?

Wawecus Road School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wawecus Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wawecus Road 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 Wawecus Road School rank in MA?

Wawecus Road School ranks #1,638 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wawecus Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wawecus Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Wawecus Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wawecus Road School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wawecus Road School a charter school?

No, Wawecus Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wawecus Road School a Title I school?

No, Wawecus Road School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Worcester
District Enrollment
24,350
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,553
District Rank
#42 of 45

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