Best Schools in Billerica, Massachusetts
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Billerica by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School
High · Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Locke Middle
Middle · Billerica. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marshall Middle School
Middle · Billerica. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Billerica for 2026 are Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School (8.2/10), Locke Middle (7.8/10), and Marshall Middle School (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$542,450
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$542,450
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Billerica
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Locke Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Marshall Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Parker | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Hajjar Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | John F Kennedy | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Thomas Ditson | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Billerica Memorial High School | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $136,889
- Median home value
- $542,450
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Billerica compares
Massachusetts rank
#60 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$137k
120% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Billerica, Massachusetts
Billerica, Massachusetts is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Billerica perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Billerica is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Billerica is served by 2 school districts: Billerica, Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical. These districts collectively serve 6,207 students.
Billerica's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $136,889. The poverty rate in the area is 4.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 421 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 382 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 328 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.3 |
| 4 | 551 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.7 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 503 students · 5th–7th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 599 students · 5th–7th | 7.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,306 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 1,821 students · 8th–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Billerica
Billerica, Massachusetts · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$136,889
Median Home Value
$542,450
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
41,906
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Community Profile
Billerica has a median household income of $136,889. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $542,450, with a median rent of $2,046/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Billerica, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Billerica, Massachusetts?
Billerica has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Billerica is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Billerica on MySchoolScout is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Billerica on MySchoolScout is Parker with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Billerica on MySchoolScout is Locke Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Billerica on MySchoolScout is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Billerica, Massachusetts?
Billerica is served by 2 school districts: Billerica, Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical.
What is the education level in Billerica, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Billerica have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Billerica is approximately $136,889 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Billerica, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Billerica is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Billerica, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.