For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 851 students in 01609, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 01609, MA are Chandler Elementary Community and Elm Park Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01609 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01609, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01609, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chandler Elementary Community
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
114 Chandler Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3572
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3572
Grades: PK-6
| 411 students
Rank: #22.
Elm Park Community
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
23 North Ashland Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3568
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 799-3568
Grades: PK-6
| 440 students
01609, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Spirit Of Knowledge Charter School (Closed 2015)
Charter School
19 Chatham Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 252-7321
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 252-7321
Grades: 7-12
| 167 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 01609, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 01609, MA include Chandler Elementary Community and Elm Park Community.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01609?
2 public elementary schools are located in 01609.
What is the racial composition of students in 01609?
01609 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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