Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Tatnuck ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Tatnuck ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Tatnuck's student population of 340 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Tatnuck ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Tatnuck is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
15%
10%
White
50%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Tatnuck's ranking?
West Tatnuck is ranked #473 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Tatnuck often compared to?
West Tatnuckis often viewed alongside schools like Flagg Street, Worcester Arts Magnet School, Tatnuck by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend West Tatnuck?
340 students attend West Tatnuck.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Tatnuck students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Tatnuck?
West Tatnuck has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Tatnuck offer ?
West Tatnuck offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Tatnuck part of?
West Tatnuck is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is West Tatnuck located?
West Tatnuck is located in the West Tatnuck neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2014
West Tatnuck School has a terrific school environment where the principal and the teachers continually challenge the students at all grade levels and are able to get them to achieve at high levels. I have 3 children at the school and they can't wait to get to school in the morning.
5 7/24/2014
West Tatnuck demonstrates excellence in many areas across the curriculum and the teachers constantly challenge the students to think deeply about the topic they are learning. All four of my children have attended West Tatnuck and were thoroughly prepared for middle school.
5 11/15/2012
West Tatnuck Elementary School is a high performing school where both student and teacher expectations are clear and everyone is held to a high standard by the principal.
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