For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,146 students in 01606, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 01606, MA are Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School and Burncoat Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 01606 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 01606, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01606, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10 New Bond Street
Worcester, MA 01606
(508) 854-8400
Worcester, MA 01606
(508) 854-8400
Gr: K-12 | 1,426 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Burncoat Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
135 Burncoat Street
Worcester, MA 01606
(508) 799-3390
Worcester, MA 01606
(508) 799-3390
Gr: 7-8 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 01606, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 01606, MA include Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School and Burncoat Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 01606?
2 public middle schools are located in 01606.
What is the racial composition of students in 01606?
01606 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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