For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,213 students in 01602, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01602, MA are Flagg Street, West Tatnuck and May Street. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01602 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01602, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01602, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flagg Street
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 Flagg Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3522
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3522
Gr: K-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
West Tatnuck
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Mower Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3596
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3596
Gr: PK-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
May Street
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
265 May Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3520
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3520
Gr: K-6 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Midland Street
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18 Midland Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3548
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3548
Gr: K-6 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Tatnuck
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1083 Pleasant Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3554
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3554
Gr: PK-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Chandler Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Chandler Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3452
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3452
Gr: PK-6 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
01602, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
337 Mill Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3510
Worcester, MA 01602
(508) 799-3510
Gr: K-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01602, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01602, MA include Flagg Street, West Tatnuck and May Street.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01602?
6 public elementary schools are located in 01602.
What is the racial composition of students in 01602?
01602 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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