Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Worcester Dual Language Magnet 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chandler Magnet serves the entire district in Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 38.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School's student population of 519 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Worcester Dual Language Magnet 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 Worcester Dual Language Magnet School is 0.39, which is less 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
#1419 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
77%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worcester Dual Language Magnet School's ranking?
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School is ranked #1419 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Worcester Dual Language Magnet School?
519 students attend Worcester Dual Language Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Worcester Dual Language Magnet School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worcester Dual Language Magnet School?
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Worcester Dual Language Magnet School offer ?
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Worcester Dual Language Magnet School part of?
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Worcester Dual Language Magnet School located?
Worcester Dual Language Magnet School is located in the Tatnuck neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tatnuck.
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