Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gates Lane 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 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Lane ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gates Lane's student population of 547 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gates Lane 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 Gates Lane is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1323 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
16%
10%
White
20%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Worcester School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Lane's ranking?
Gates Lane is ranked #1323 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Gates Lane often compared to?
Gates Laneis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Park, Canterbury by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Gates Lane?
547 students attend Gates Lane.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gates Lane students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Lane?
Gates Lane has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gates Lane offer ?
Gates Lane offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gates Lane part of?
Gates Lane is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Gates Lane located?
Gates Lane is located in the Webster Square neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Webster Square.
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