Serving 206 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Midland Street ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Street ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Midland Street's student population of 206 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland Street ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Street is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
23%
24%
Black
8%
10%
White
51%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Street's ranking?
Midland Street is ranked #761 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Midland Street often compared to?
Midland Streetis often viewed alongside schools like May Street, Flagg Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Midland Street?
206 students attend Midland Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Midland Street students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland Street?
Midland Street has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Midland Street offer ?
Midland Street offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland Street part of?
Midland Street is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Street located?
Midland Street is located in the Newton Square neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Square.
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