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Worcester Academy

81 Providence Street, Worcester, MA, 01604-0160 -

School Notes Overview:

Since 1834 Worcester Academy has educated students to "Achieve the Honorable." Our mission is to prepare able students for college and later life through a comprehensive program of academics, athletics, the arts and service to our community. The Academy promotes the development of our students in a shared educational experience that recognizes the value of challenge. A Worcester Academy education is characterized by attention to individual needs while fostering self-reliance as students mature as learners. We believe that the school draws its strength and character from the vitality and diversity of its students, faculty and local community. We also believe that learning does not occur solely in the classroom, but also takes place on the athletic field, the stage, in the dormitories and in the life of, and service to, the neighborhood and city of which we are a part. In each venue we strive to teach the skills and habits of learning and an appreciation for the value of working with others toward a common goal. The Academy aspires to instill the qualities necessary to also be leaders in a changing world. Our students must be equipped to become responsible citizens in a pluralistic, global society of increasing complexity. We believe in the values of inquiry, honesty, hard work and respect for the ideas and property of others. ...

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School Overview:

	Worcester Academy
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 6 - 12
County	Worcester County, MA
Student Body
Total Students	631 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	11%	23%
Students by Grade
	Grade 6 - 30 students
	Grade 7 - 59 students
	Grade 8 - 62 students
	Grade 9 - 96 students
	Grade 10 - 121 students
	Grade 11 - 128 students
	Grade 12 - 135 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	75 teachers
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:8	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	160 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling

School Notes:

Since 1834 Worcester Academy has educated students to "Achieve the Honorable." Our mission is to prepare able students for college and later life through a comprehensive program of academics, athletics, the arts and service to our community. The Academy promotes the development of our students in a shared educational experience that recognizes the value of challenge. A Worcester Academy education is characterized by attention to individual needs while fostering self-reliance as students mature as learners. We believe that the school draws its strength and character from the vitality and diversity of its students, faculty and local community. We also believe that learning does not occur solely in the classroom, but also takes place on the athletic field, the stage, in the dormitories and in the life of, and service to, the neighborhood and city of which we are a part. In each venue we strive to teach the skills and habits of learning and an appreciation for the value of working with others toward a common goal. The Academy aspires to instill the qualities necessary to also be leaders in a changing world. Our students must be equipped to become responsible citizens in a pluralistic, global society of increasing complexity. We believe in the values of inquiry, honesty, hard work and respect for the ideas and property of others.
Profile last updated: 02/13/2007

In the News:

Greyhounds rally, win (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 09:52:06 am
Assumption 64, St. Rose 58: The host Greyhounds shot 57.9 percent (11 of 19) from the floor in the second half to start their season with a comeback win.
Press Box (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 12:09:43 pm
LeBron James may persuade NBA players to give up their No. 23s, but a league-wide retirement of Michael Jordan's number seems unlikely. James said he's considering switching his number next season and wants other players to do the same in honor of Jordan, the Hall of Famer who is often regarded as the league's best player ever. Major League Baseball retired Jackie Robinson's No. 42, and the NHL ...
Rutgers signs guard Carroll (The Daily Targum)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 11:59:51 pm
Mass. product gives letter of intent for 2010-11 season Rutgers men's basketball head coach Fred Hill Jr. announced Friday that Austin Carroll has signed a letter of intent to play for the school beginning in the 2010-11 season....
Rutgers sings guard Carroll (The Daily Targum)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 06:14:51 pm
Rutgers men's basketball head coach Fred Hill Jr. announced Friday that Austin Carroll has signed a letter of intent to play for the school beginning in the 2010-11 season....
Rutgers basketball gets official commitment from guard Austin Carroll for 2010-11 season (The Star-Ledger)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 05:43:41 pm
Son of former Seton Hall assistant and Celtics coach, is a 6-3 guard with excellent passing and shooting skills

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (01604)	School Zip (01604)	(MA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	33,731 people	6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	28%	43%
Population Average Age	36 years old	36 years old
Average Household size	2.3 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$37,497	$52,143
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5.1 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	59 years old	56 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	45% / 55%	58% / 42%