Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jacob Hiatt Magnet 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacob Hiatt Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jacob Hiatt Magnet's student population of 381 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacob Hiatt Magnet 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 Jacob Hiatt Magnet is 0.67, 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
#1164 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
46%
25%
Black
32%
10%
White
14%
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
81%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Jacob Hiatt Magnet's ranking?
Jacob Hiatt Magnet is ranked #1164 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Jacob Hiatt Magnet?
381 students attend Jacob Hiatt Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jacob Hiatt Magnet students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacob Hiatt Magnet?
Jacob Hiatt Magnet has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jacob Hiatt Magnet offer ?
Jacob Hiatt Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacob Hiatt Magnet part of?
Jacob Hiatt Magnet is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacob Hiatt Magnet located?
Jacob Hiatt Magnet is located in the Piedmont neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Piedmont.
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