City View

80 Prospect Street
Worcester, MA 01605
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, City View 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 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : City View serves the eastern part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

City View's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

City View 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 City View is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1469 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
18%
42%
18%
44%
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
50%
26%
Black
25%
10%
White
18%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
82%
0.66
(22-23)
27.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 City View's ranking?
City View is ranked #1469 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are City View often compared to?
City Viewis often viewed alongside schools like Lake View, Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend City View?
464 students attend City View.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of City View students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of City View?
City View has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does City View offer ?
City View offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is City View part of?
City View is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is City View located?
City View is located in the Shrewsbury Street neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Shrewsbury Street.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : City View serves the eastern part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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