C+ Top 65%

Forest Grove Middle School

Grades 07-08 WORCESTER, MA

Moved up 90 places from 2024 to 2025

#230 State Rank
C- District Grade
495 Grove Street, WORCESTER, MA 01605
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
938 Students
92.7% Attendance Rate
38.2 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

29% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

31% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 29% 29%
2024 24% 24%
2025 31% 31%

Mathematics

22.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2.5% exceeding expectations

2023 21.5% 21.5%
2024 18% 18%
2025 22.5% 22.5%

Science

25% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 24% 24%
2024 16% 16%
2025 25% 25%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 29%2%
2025English Language Arts07 29%1%
2025English Language Arts08 33%5%
2025Mathematics07 19%1%
2025Mathematics08 26%4%
2025Science08 25%2%
2024English Language Arts07 21%1%
2024English Language Arts08 27%3%
2024Mathematics07 16%2%
2024Mathematics08 20%1%
2024Science08 16%—
2023English Language Arts07 25%2%
2023English Language Arts08 33%5%
2023Mathematics07 23%1%
2023Mathematics08 20%2%
2023Science08 24%3%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

938 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 41.2%
White 33%
Black 14.9%
Asian 6.1%
Multiracial 4.5%

Gender

51.9% Male
48% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 19.7%
Special Education 22.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 60.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.7% Attendance Rate
23.1% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

495 Grove Street, WORCESTER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest Grove Middle School's grade rating?

Forest Grove Middle School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #230 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 65% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Forest Grove Middle School?

Approximately 938 students are enrolled at Forest Grove Middle School.

How does Forest Grove Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Forest Grove Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (29% proficient), English Language Arts (31% proficient), Mathematics (22% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Forest Grove Middle School?

Forest Grove Middle School has an attendance rate of 92.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Forest Grove Middle School part of?

Forest Grove Middle School is part of Worcester School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.