May Street

265 May Street
Worcester, MA 01602
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-6, May Street ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 310 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

May Street ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

May Street's student population of 310 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
310 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor

School Rankings

May Street 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 May Street is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#849 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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45-49%
42%
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35-39%
44%
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40-49%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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Asian
8%
8%
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Hispanic
28%
26%
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Black
16%
10%
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White
39%
51%
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Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.74
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(22-23)
18.1%
22.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is May Street's ranking?
May Street is ranked #849 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are May Street often compared to?
May Streetis often viewed alongside schools like Midland Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend May Street?
310 students attend May Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of May Street students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of May Street?
May Street has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does May Street offer ?
May Street offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is May Street part of?
May Street is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is May Street located?
May Street is located in the Tatnuck neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tatnuck.

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5   10/10/2025
this is the best school ever I have not seen a better principle than that school and the teachers are awesome
- Posted by Student/Alumni - bella

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 310 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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