Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Vernon Hill School 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 11% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon Hill School serves the southeast area of Worcester, MA, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically live a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Hill School's student population of 525 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Vernon Hill School 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 Vernon Hill School is 0.64, which is less 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
#1582 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
21%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
18%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Hill School's ranking?
Vernon Hill School is ranked #1582 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Vernon Hill School often compared to?
Vernon Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quinsigamond, Rice Square by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Vernon Hill School?
525 students attend Vernon Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Vernon Hill School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% 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 Vernon Hill School?
Vernon Hill School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vernon Hill School offer ?
Vernon Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vernon Hill School part of?
Vernon Hill School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Vernon Hill School located?
Vernon Hill School is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Oak Hill.
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