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.
372
Total Students
25.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Worcester Arts Magnet School
Demographic Student Count
White139
Hispanic100
Black82
Asian40
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • White
    139 (37.4%)
  • Hispanic
    100 (26.9%)
  • Black
    82 (22.0%)
  • Asian
    40 (10.8%)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.7%)
  • 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)799-3575
Website: http://worcesterschools.org/school/worcester-arts-magnet-school/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 372
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 28
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 50
Grade 2 52
Grade 3 60
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 46
Grade 6 47

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Worcester Arts Magnet School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten28
Kindergarten42
Grade 150
Grade 252
Grade 360
Grade 447
Grade 546
Grade 647
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Worcester Arts Magnet School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18650%
Male18650%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)