The University Park Campus School is a public school in the Main South neighborhood of Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. It educates 239 students in grades 7–12 as of 2017–18. Opened in 1997, the school is operated by a partnership between nearby Clark University and Worcester Public Schools.
Serving 244 students in grades 7-12, University Pk Campus School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Pk Campus School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
University Pk Campus School's student population of 244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Pk Campus School 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 University Pk Campus School is 0.59, which is less 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
#1191 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
61%
25%
Black
14%
10%
White
10%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 University Pk Campus School's ranking?
University Pk Campus School is ranked #1191 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are University Pk Campus School often compared to?
University Pk Campus Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claremont Academy, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Pk Campus School?
The graduation rate of University Pk Campus School is 90%, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend University Pk Campus School?
244 students attend University Pk Campus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of University Pk Campus School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Pk Campus School?
University Pk Campus School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does University Pk Campus School offer ?
University Pk Campus School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University Pk Campus School part of?
University Pk Campus School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is University Pk Campus School located?
University Pk Campus School is located in the Main South neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Main South.
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