Serving 720 students in grades 7-8, Burncoat Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burncoat Middle School serves the northeast part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and the furthest zone boundary being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burncoat Middle School's student population of 720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Motto
From Here, Anywhere... Together
School Rankings
Burncoat Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burncoat Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1236 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
46%
26%
Black
19%
10%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burncoat Middle School's ranking?
Burncoat Middle School is ranked #1236 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Burncoat Middle School?
720 students attend Burncoat Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Burncoat Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burncoat Middle School?
Burncoat Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burncoat Middle School offer ?
Burncoat Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burncoat Middle School part of?
Burncoat Middle School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Burncoat Middle School located?
Burncoat Middle School is located in the Greendale neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Greendale.
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