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Ma Academy for Math and Science School

85 Prescott Street, Worcester, MA, 01605

About Ma Academy for Math and Science School

The MA Academy for Math and Science School is a public charter high school in Worcester, Massachusetts. It's for kids in grades nine through twelve. The school really wants kids to do well in STEM subjects, so they focus on math, science, technology, and other important areas. The teachers at this school can really get to know each student and build strong relationships with them because there are fewer students than at most high schools. The academy is a big help for students who want to learn how to think critically and solve problems. They do this by getting ready for college, working in labs, and doing projects. What about the students here in Worcester? They really do come from all over, with different cultures and financial situations. Even though the school focuses a lot on STEM subjects, kids still have to take standardized tests, state tests, and the SAT to get ready for college. The Math and Science school at MA Academy is a tough place to be.

Ma Academy for Math and Science School Contact Information

Address

85 Prescott Street, Worcester, MA, 01605

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Phone

(508) 831-5859

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 0%
Reading 0%
State average proficiency is 0% in Math and 0% in Reading.
6
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
97
Total Students
$83162
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 139 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Ma Academy for Math and Science School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 30.93%
Asian 59.79%
Hispanic 4.12%
Black 4.12%
Two+ Races 0%
Native Am. 0%
White
30.93%
Asian
59.79%
Hispanic
4.12%
Black
4.12%
Two+ Races
0%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 97
48.45%
47 Female
51.55%
50 Male

Student Population

97 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

97 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Niche's 2026 statewide rankings put Massachusetts Academy for Math and Science at the top of the list of public high schools in Massachusetts. It beat out Boston Latin and other top schools, showing that it has a strong STEM focus and that students and parents are very happy with it.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of school is the MA Academy for Math and Science?

Ans. It is a public charter high school for kids in grades 9 through 12.

Q2. What school district runs this academy?

Ans. The school is a public charter school in Worcester that is not bound by traditional district lines but does follow state standards.

Q3. What subjects does MA Academy for Math and Science School teach?

Ans. Along with core academics, the school puts a lot of emphasis on math, science, technology, and STEM-based learning.

Q4. What does the school do to help students learn?

Ans. Students benefit from personalized instruction, project-based learning, lab experiences, and college-prep classes.

Q5. Are students ready for college readiness tests?

Ans. Yes, students take standardized tests and tests to see if they are ready for college, like the SAT.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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