C Top 80%

Burncoat Senior High School

Grades 09-12 WORCESTER, MA

Dropped 59 spots from last year

#279 State Rank
C- District Grade
179 Burncoat Street, WORCESTER, MA 01606
1,073 Students
49.1 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

29% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Mathematics

24% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Science

24% Proficient or Above
1% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 29% 3%
2025 Mathematics 10 24% 3%
2025 Science 10 24% 1%
2024 English Language Arts 10 44% 8%
2024 Mathematics 10 29% 7%
2024 Science 10 30% 5%
2023 English Language Arts 10 21% 3%
2023 Mathematics 10 18% 2%
2023 Science 10 14% 0%
2022 English Language Arts 10 28% 1%
2022 Mathematics 10 25% 1%
2022 Science 10 19% 1%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

1,073 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 41.9%
White 28.5%
Black 20.2%
Asian 4.8%

Gender

47.3% Male
52.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 24.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 68.1%

Athletics Programs

26 sports programs with 778 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 56 athletes
  • Basketball 45 athletes
  • Volleyball 35 athletes
  • Rugby 24 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 22 athletes
  • Baseball 21 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 11 athletes
  • Cross Country 10 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 6 athletes
  • Field Hockey 3 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 2 athletes
  • Wrestling 1 athletes
  • Lacrosse 1 athletes
  • Tennis 1 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 227 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 162 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 40 athletes
  • Soccer 23 athletes
  • Volleyball 22 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 20 athletes
  • Softball 19 athletes
  • Basketball 15 athletes
  • Cross Country 8 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 2 athletes
  • Rugby 1 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

Location

179 Burncoat Street, WORCESTER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burncoat Senior High School's letter grade?

Burncoat Senior High School has earned a letter grade of C, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Burncoat Senior High School serve?

Burncoat Senior High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Burncoat Senior High School part of a school district?

Yes, Burncoat Senior High School is part of Worcester School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Burncoat Senior High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Burncoat Senior High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.