Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Heard Street ranks in the top 50% 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 approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heard Street ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Heard Street's student population of 251 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Heard Street ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heard Street is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#742 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
16%
10%
White
41%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heard Street's ranking?
Heard Street is ranked #742 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Heard Street?
251 students attend Heard Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Heard Street students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heard Street?
Heard Street has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Heard Street offer ?
Heard Street offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heard Street part of?
Heard Street is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Heard Street located?
Heard Street is located in the Hadwen Park neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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