For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 851 students in 01609, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 330 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 01609, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01609, MA are Chandler Elementary Community and Elm Park Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01609 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01609, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01609, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chandler Elementary Community
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
114 Chandler Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3572
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3572
Gr: PK-6 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Elm Park Community
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
23 North Ashland Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3568
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3568
Gr: PK-6 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
01609, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Spirit Of Knowledge Charter School (Closed 2015)
Charter School
19 Chatham Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 252-7321
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 252-7321
Gr: 7-12 | 167 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01609, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01609, MA include Chandler Elementary Community and Elm Park Community.
How many public schools are located in 01609?
2 public schools are located in 01609.
What percentage of students in 01609 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 01609 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01609?
01609 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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