School Overview
Jacob Hiatt Magnet School, located on Main Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, serves as a dynamic PK–6 elementary school within the Worcester Public Schools district. As a magnet institution, the school is known for its specialized focus on academic excellence and social-emotional development, often integrating arts and enrichment programs into the standard curriculum to foster a well-rounded educational experience for its diverse student body. The school prides itself on creating a supportive, community-centered environment that encourages active parental involvement and partnerships with local organizations to enhance student learning.

The school’s instructional approach emphasizes high expectations and the cultivation of critical thinking skills, preparing students for success in their secondary education. By leveraging its magnet status, Jacob Hiatt provides unique opportunities for students to engage in project-based learning and collaborative activities. Its central location in the Main South neighborhood allows the school to serve as a vital hub for families in the area, maintaining a strong commitment to closing achievement gaps and promoting an inclusive culture that celebrates the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Worcester community.
372
Total Students
24.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jacob Hiatt Magnet
Demographic Student Count
White52
Hispanic158
Black131
Asian15
Two or More15
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    158 (42.5 %)
  • Black
    131 (35.2 %)
  • White
    52 (14.0 %)
  • Asian
    15 (4.0 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (4.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
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)799-3601
Website: http://worcesterschools.org/school/jacob-hiatt-magnet-school/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 372
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 41
Kindergarten 70
Grade 1 43
Grade 2 39
Grade 3 47
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 43
Grade 6 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jacob Hiatt Magnet
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten41
Kindergarten70
Grade 143
Grade 239
Grade 347
Grade 449
Grade 543
Grade 640
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jacob Hiatt Magnet
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19051.1%
Male18248.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)