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#1380 of 1,793 schools in MA

Worcester Arts Magnet School

Elementary School · Worcester

315 St Nicholas Avenue, Worcester, MA 01606

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,380 of 1,793

In Worcester

#32 of 48

public schools

In district

#29 of 45

Worcester

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Worcester Arts Magnet School

4.9/10

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

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About Worcester Arts Magnet School

Worcester Arts Magnet School is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Worcester Arts Magnet School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Worcester Arts Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,380 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Worcester Arts Magnet School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Worcester Arts Magnet School — Students at Worcester Arts Magnet School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (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
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32.8%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2023
Math
46.3%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
45.3%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
46%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Worcester Arts Magnet School Compares

See how Worcester Arts Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Location

315 St Nicholas Avenue, Worcester, MA 01606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Worcester Arts Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALHUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clark St Community (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Clark St Community Worcester 0.6 mi 6.8
Lincoln Street Worcester 0.6 mi 6.5
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester 0.8 mi 8.7
Thorndyke Road Worcester 0.6 mi 4.8
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 0.8 mi 6.0
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 0.9 mi 6.6
Wawecus Road School Worcester 1.1 mi 4.0
Burncoat Street Worcester 1.5 mi 3.9
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 1.4 mi 8.2
Worcester Technical High Worcester 1.9 mi 5.9
SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury 1.8 mi
Norrback Avenue Worcester 1.9 mi 4.1
Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury 1.6 mi 7.9
Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury 2.1 mi 4.3
Belmont Street Community Worcester 2.3 mi 6.4
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 2.3 mi 7.2
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 2.3 mi 9.0
VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester 2.5 mi 5.6
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 2.0 mi 7.3
Lake View Worcester 2.6 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,537

Median Home Value

$343,700

Median Rent

$1,615/mo

Population

22,269

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

39.7

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A. Irvin Studley Elementary School Attleboro, MA 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Worcester Arts Magnet School

What grades does Worcester Arts Magnet School serve?

Worcester Arts Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Worcester Arts Magnet School?

Worcester Arts Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Worcester Arts Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Worcester Arts Magnet School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Worcester Arts Magnet School rank in MA?

Worcester Arts Magnet School ranks #1,380 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Worcester Arts Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Worcester Arts Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Worcester Arts Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Worcester Arts Magnet School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Worcester Arts Magnet School a charter school?

No, Worcester Arts Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Worcester Arts Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Worcester Arts Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

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

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