Serving 249 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Midland Street 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Midland Street School serves the west part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midland Street's student population of 249 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
From Here, Anywhere... Together
School Rankings
Midland Street 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 Midland Street 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
#967 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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)
40-59%
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
23%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)10.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Street's ranking?
Midland Street is ranked #967 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Midland Street often compared to?
Midland Streetis often viewed alongside schools like May Street, Flagg Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Midland Street?
249 students attend Midland Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Midland Street students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Street?
Midland Street has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Midland Street offer ?
Midland Street offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midland Street part of?
Midland Street is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Street located?
Midland Street is located in the Newton Square neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Square.
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