Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Tatnuck 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Tatnuck ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Tatnuck's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Tatnuck 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 West Tatnuck is 0.68, 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
#542 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
15%
10%
White
50%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Tatnuck's ranking?
West Tatnuck is ranked #542 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Tatnuck often compared to?
West Tatnuckis often viewed alongside schools like Flagg Street, Worcester Arts Magnet School, Tatnuck 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Tatnuck?
364 students attend West Tatnuck.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Tatnuck students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Tatnuck?
West Tatnuck has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Tatnuck offer ?
West Tatnuck offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Tatnuck part of?
West Tatnuck is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is West Tatnuck located?
West Tatnuck is located in the West Tatnuck neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2014
West Tatnuck School has a terrific school environment where the principal and the teachers continually challenge the students at all grade levels and are able to get them to achieve at high levels. I have 3 children at the school and they can't wait to get to school in the morning.
5 7/24/2014
West Tatnuck demonstrates excellence in many areas across the curriculum and the teachers constantly challenge the students to think deeply about the topic they are learning. All four of my children have attended West Tatnuck and were thoroughly prepared for middle school.
5 11/15/2012
West Tatnuck Elementary School is a high performing school where both student and teacher expectations are clear and everyone is held to a high standard by the principal.
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