Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lake View ranks in the bottom 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake View serves the eastern part of Worcester, MA, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake View ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lake View's student population of 284 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake 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 Lake View is 0.74, 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
#836 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake View's ranking?
Lake View is ranked #836 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lake View often compared to?
Lake Viewis often viewed alongside schools like City View by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lake View?
284 students attend Lake View.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lake View students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake View?
Lake View has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lake View offer ?
Lake View offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake View part of?
Lake View is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake View located?
Lake View is located in the Lake Park neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school provide outstanding education. Being a student in fifth grade I can assure you that Lake View deals with convict really well. Lake View Elementary school has been my home for six years and I am proud to call it my home.
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