Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Tatnuck ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Tatnuck School serves the west part of Worcester, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Tatnuck's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
West Tatnuck ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Tatnuck is 0.69, 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
#408 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
49%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)10.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 West Tatnuck's ranking?
West Tatnuck is ranked #408 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Tatnuck often compared to?
West Tatnuckis often viewed alongside schools like Flagg Street, Tatnuck by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Tatnuck?
343 students attend West Tatnuck.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Tatnuck students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Tatnuck?
West Tatnuck has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Tatnuck offer ?
West Tatnuck offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Tatnuck part of?
West Tatnuck is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is West Tatnuck located?
West Tatnuck is located in the West Tatnuck neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
West Tatnuck Elementary School is a high performing school where both student and teacher expectations are clear and everyone is held to a high standard by the principal.
5 10/10/2025
West Tatnuck demonstrates excellence in many areas across the curriculum and the teachers constantly challenge the students to think deeply about the topic they are learning. All four of my children have attended West Tatnuck and were thoroughly prepared for middle school.
5 10/10/2025
West Tatnuck School has a terrific school environment where the principal and the teachers continually challenge the students at all grade levels and are able to get them to achieve at high levels. I have 3 children at the school and they can't wait to get to school in the morning.
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