| Worcester - Educational Attainment | FIPS Code=23100 |
| 1970 | 1980 | 1990 | |
| Per Cent of Individuals Ages 25 and Older without a High School Diploma | 47.84 | 28.10 | 18.80 |
| Per Cent of Individuals Ages 25 and Older with a High School Diploma or Equivalent | 30.89 | 32.30 | 34.00 |
| Per Cent of Individuals Ages 25 and Older with a Bachelor's Degree or Some College | 9.30 | 12.80 | 17.30 |
| Per Cent of Individuals Ages 25 and Older with a Doctorate, Professional or Master's Degree | 11.96 | 26.70 | 29.80 |