Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wawecus Road 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wawecus Road School serves the northeast part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
Wawecus Road School's student population of 155 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wawecus Road 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 Wawecus Road School is 0.73, 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
#1125 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
34%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wawecus Road School's ranking?
Wawecus Road School is ranked #1125 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wawecus Road School often compared to?
Wawecus Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wire Village School, Thorndyke Road by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wawecus Road School?
155 students attend Wawecus Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wawecus Road School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wawecus Road School?
Wawecus Road School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wawecus Road School offer ?
Wawecus Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wawecus Road School part of?
Wawecus Road School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Wawecus Road School located?
Wawecus Road School is located in the North Lincoln Street neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Lincoln Street.
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