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Norrback Avenue

44 Malden Street
Worcester, MA 01606
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Norrback Avenue ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 491 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Norrback Avenue ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

Norrback Avenue's student population of 491 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
'From Here, Anywhere... Together'

School Rankings

Norrback Avenue ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norrback Avenue is 0.73, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1381 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
19%
42%
26%
44%
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
33%
25%
Black
29%
10%
White
29%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norrback Avenue's ranking?
Norrback Avenue is ranked #1381 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Norrback Avenue often compared to?
Norrback Avenueis often viewed alongside schools like Worcester Arts Magnet School, Major Edwards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Norrback Avenue?
491 students attend Norrback Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Norrback Avenue students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norrback Avenue?
Norrback Avenue has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norrback Avenue offer ?
Norrback Avenue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norrback Avenue part of?
Norrback Avenue is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Norrback Avenue located?
Norrback Avenue is located in the Greendale neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Greendale.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 491 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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