For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,791 students in 01603, MA.
The top-ranked public high school in 01603, MA is South High Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 01603 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 01603, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 01603 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South High Community, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public high school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01603, MA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South High Community
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
170 Apricot Street
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 799-3325
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 799-3325
Gr: 9-12 | 1,791 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
01603, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1407a Main Street
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 799-3530
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 799-3530
Gr: K-6 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 01603, MA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 01603, MA include South High Community.
How many public high schools are located in 01603?
1 public high schools are located in 01603.
What is the racial composition of students in 01603?
01603 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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