Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Francis J Mcgrath Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis J McGrath Elementary serves the north part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary 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 Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1354 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
49%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
28%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School's ranking?
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School is ranked #1354 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School?
200 students attend Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School?
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School offer ?
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School part of?
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School located?
Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School is located in the Forest Grove neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Forest Grove.
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