School Overview
Worcester Arts Magnet School (WAMS) is a unique Pre-K through 6th-grade institution in Worcester, Massachusetts, that integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with a specialized focus on the visual and performing arts. The school is designed to foster both intellectual and creative development, providing students with daily opportunities to engage in disciplines such as dance, drama, music, and visual arts. By embedding these creative outlets into the daily schedule, WAMS aims to enhance critical thinking, collaboration, and self-expression, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future academic success.

Beyond its focus on the arts, the school is known for its inclusive and supportive community, which emphasizes student engagement and cultural enrichment. WAMS maintains a strong connection to the broader Worcester community, often showcasing student talent through performances and art exhibits. With a dedicated faculty and a commitment to high standards, the school strives to create a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to take creative risks, develop personal confidence, and excel in both their core academic subjects and their artistic endeavors.
368
Total Students
23.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Worcester Arts Magnet School
Demographic Student Count
White148
Hispanic94
Black87
Asian29
Two or More10
  • White
    148 (40.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    94 (25.5 %)
  • Black
    87 (23.6 %)
  • Asian
    29 (7.9 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Worcester
Phone: (508)799-3575
Website: http://worcesterschools.org/school/worcester-arts-magnet-school/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 368
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 24
Kindergarten 49
Grade 1 62
Grade 2 51
Grade 3 47
Grade 4 50
Grade 5 48
Grade 6 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Worcester Arts Magnet School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten24
Kindergarten49
Grade 162
Grade 251
Grade 347
Grade 450
Grade 548
Grade 637
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Worcester Arts Magnet School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18550.3%
Male18349.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)