Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nelson Place ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Place ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nelson Place's student population of 590 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nelson Place 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 Nelson Place is 0.70, which is more 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
#1029 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
25%
25%
Black
16%
10%
White
46%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Place's ranking?
Nelson Place is ranked #1029 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Nelson Place often compared to?
Nelson Placeis often viewed alongside schools like Flagg Street, West Tatnuck, Midland Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Nelson Place?
590 students attend Nelson Place.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Nelson Place students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Place?
Nelson Place has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nelson Place offer ?
Nelson Place offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nelson Place part of?
Nelson Place is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Nelson Place located?
Nelson Place is located in the Forest Grove neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Forest Grove.
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