Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rice Square 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Square ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rice Square's student population of 436 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Rice Square ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Square is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1487 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
42%
25%
Black
21%
10%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Rice Square's ranking?
Rice Square is ranked #1487 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Rice Square often compared to?
Rice Squareis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Rice Square?
436 students attend Rice Square.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rice Square students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rice Square?
Rice Square has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rice Square offer ?
Rice Square offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rice Square part of?
Rice Square is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Rice Square located?
Rice Square is located in the Broadmeadow Brook neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Broadmeadow Brook.
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