Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Norrback Avenue 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 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norrback Avenue School serves the northern part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norrback Avenue's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
'From Here, Anywhere... Together'
School Rankings
Norrback Avenue 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 Norrback Avenue is 0.71, 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
#1381 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
36%
26%
Black
29%
10%
White
28%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norrback Avenue's ranking?
Norrback Avenue is ranked #1381 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Norrback Avenue often compared to?
Norrback Avenueis often viewed alongside schools like Worcester Arts Magnet School, Major Edwards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Norrback Avenue?
504 students attend Norrback Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Norrback Avenue students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norrback Avenue?
Norrback Avenue has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norrback Avenue offer ?
Norrback Avenue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norrback Avenue part of?
Norrback Avenue is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Norrback Avenue located?
Norrback Avenue is located in the Greendale neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Greendale.
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