Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, City View 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 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City View ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
City View's student population of 433 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
City View ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of City View is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1505 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%

Hispanic
54%
25%

Black
19%
10%

White
19%
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City View's ranking?
City View is ranked #1505 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are City View often compared to?
City Viewis often viewed alongside schools like Lake View by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend City View?
433 students attend City View.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of City View students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of City View?
City View has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does City View offer ?
City View offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is City View part of?
City View is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is City View located?
City View is located in the Shrewsbury Street neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Shrewsbury Street.
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