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#1128 of 1,793 schools in MA
Worcester East Middle
Middle School · Worcester
420 Grafton Street, Worcester, MA 01604
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,128 of 1,793
In Worcester
#24 of 48
public schools
In district
#22 of 45
Worcester
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Worcester East Middle
Worcester East Middle is a public middle school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Worcester East Middle serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Worcester East Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,128 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Worcester East Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Worcester East Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Worcester East Middle 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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Worcester East Middle — Students at Worcester East Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Worcester East Middle Compares
See how Worcester East Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
420 Grafton Street, Worcester, MA 01604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Worcester East Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grafton Street Worcester | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 0.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| City View Worcester | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| North High Worcester | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Quinsigamond Worcester | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Head Start Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt Worcester | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Lake View Worcester | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Hastings Middle Fairhaven, MA | 5.7 |
| Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell, MA | 5.7 |
| Samoset School Leominster, MA | 5.7 |
| Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston, MA | 5.7 |
| Dorothy L Beckwith Rehoboth, MA | 5.8 |
| Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Worcester East Middle
What grades does Worcester East Middle serve?
Worcester East Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Worcester East Middle?
Worcester East Middle has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Worcester East Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Worcester East Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Worcester East Middle rank in MA?
Worcester East Middle ranks #1,128 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Worcester East Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Worcester East Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 East Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Worcester East Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Worcester East Middle a charter school?
No, Worcester East Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Worcester East Middle a Title I school?
No, Worcester East Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 695
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3430
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #22 of 45
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