School Overview
Worcester East Middle School (WEMS), located on Grafton Street, serves a diverse student body as part of the Worcester Public Schools district in Massachusetts. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while promoting the social and emotional growth of its students. With a focus on preparing middle-schoolers for the rigors of high school and beyond, the school integrates a variety of educational programs, extracurricular activities, and community-based initiatives designed to engage learners with different interests and academic needs.

The school places a strong emphasis on maintaining a supportive school culture, characterized by collaboration between educators, parents, and the broader Worcester community. Through its online presence and daily operations, WEMS highlights a dedication to clear communication and transparency, providing families with easy access to essential resources, school policies, and updates on academic progress. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with a focus on student well-being, Worcester East Middle strives to be a pillar of stability and opportunity for the youth of the surrounding neighborhoods.
731
Total Students
51.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Worcester East Middle
Demographic Student Count
White98
Hispanic418
Black149
Asian42
Two or More21
American Indian3
  • Hispanic
    418 (57.2%)
  • Black
    149 (20.4%)
  • White
    98 (13.4%)
  • Asian
    42 (5.7%)
  • Two or More
    21 (2.9%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Worcester
Phone: (508)799-3430
Website: http://worcesterschools.org/school/worcester-east-middle-school/
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 731
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 7 356
Grade 8 375

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Worcester East Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 7356
Grade 8375
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Worcester East Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34046.5%
Male39153.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)