Serving 731 students in grades 7-8, Worcester East Middle 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 13% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Worcester East Middle serves the southeast part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worcester East Middle School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Worcester East Middle 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 Worcester East Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1452 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)38.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worcester East Middle School's ranking?
Worcester East Middle School is ranked #1452 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Worcester East Middle School often compared to?
Worcester East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sullivan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Worcester East Middle School?
731 students attend Worcester East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Worcester East Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worcester East Middle School?
Worcester East Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Worcester East Middle School offer ?
Worcester East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Worcester East Middle School part of?
Worcester East Middle School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Worcester East Middle School located?
Worcester East Middle School is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Oak Hill.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This school has been struggling quite a bit in the past but now with new and friendly principals and teachers, everything seems much better. Although it''s not perfect, there''s less trouble and most of the students are getting the help they need. Also just to clarify, most of the information on this page is outdated.
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