Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is a K–12 school located at 10 New Bond St., Worcester, Massachusetts, United States in former Heald Machine Company buildings. The school was founded in 1998.
Serving 1,421 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 1,421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
Campus Size
Medium
School Motto
Fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive school community.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
57%
10%
White
12%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #1039 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ often compared to?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏis often viewed alongside schools like Learning First Charter 51±¬ÁÏ by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
The graduation rate of Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
1,421 students attend Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ District.
In what neighborhood is Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ located?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is located in the Indian Lake East neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Indian Lake East.
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