Very Good
#107 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 27% of private schools
Worcester Academy
High School
81 PROVIDENCE ST, Worcester, MA 01604
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#107 of 388
In Worcester
#5 of 10
public schools
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Worcester Academy
High School in Worcester · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Worcester Academy
Worcester Academy is a private high school in Worcester, MA. Worcester Academy serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Worcester Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Worcester Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Worcester Academy 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 Worcester Academy compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Worcester Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Union Hill School | 2.4 |
| Grafton Street | 5.2 |
| Worcester East Middle | 5.7 |
| Learning First Charter Public School | 5.0 |
| Rice Square | 5.2 |
| Vernon Hill School | 4.5 |
| City View | 4.6 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet | 4.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community | 3.5 |
| North High | 4.4 |
| Belmont Street Community | 6.4 |
| Quinsigamond | 5.8 |
| Claremont Academy | 4.9 |
| Elm Park Community | 4.9 |
| Woodland Academy | 4.6 |
| Canterbury | 4.7 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School | 9.0 |
| Goddard School/Science Technical | 7.7 |
| Worcester Technical High | 5.9 |
| Roosevelt | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Worcester
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
81 PROVIDENCE ST, Worcester, MA 01604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Worcester Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Worcester Technical High (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Union Hill School Worcester | 0.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| City View Worcester | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Quinsigamond Worcester | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| North High Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover, MA | 7.1 |
| Bourne High School Bourne, MA | 7.1 |
| Nantucket High Nantucket, MA | 7.1 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston, MA | 7.1 |
| WINSOR SCHOOL Boston, MA | 7.1 |
| Boston Arts Academy Boston, MA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Worcester Academy
What grades does Worcester Academy serve?
Worcester Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Worcester Academy?
Worcester Academy has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Worcester Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Worcester Academy is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Worcester Academy rank in MA?
Worcester Academy ranks #107 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Worcester Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Worcester Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Worcester Academy a private school?
Yes, Worcester Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Worcester Academy a religious school?
No, Worcester Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 754-5302
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