Below Average
#1397 of 1,793 schools in MA
Leicester Elementary
Elementary School · Leicester
170 Paxton Street, Leicester, MA 01524
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,397 of 1,793
In Leicester
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Leicester
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Leicester Elementary
Elementary School in Leicester · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Leicester Middle
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Leicester Integrated Preschool
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Leicester Elementary
Leicester Elementary is a public elementary school in Leicester, MA, part of Leicester. Leicester Elementary serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Leicester Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,397 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Leicester Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Leicester Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Leicester Elementary — Students at Leicester Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 62 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Leicester Elementary Compares
See how Leicester Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
170 Paxton Street, Leicester, MA 01524
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leicester Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Another option is May Street (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbus Park (rated 6.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leicester, see our Leicester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester Middle Leicester | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Leicester Integrated Preschool Leicester | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Leicester High Leicester | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MCAULEY NAZARETH HOME FOR BOYS Leicester | 1.0 mi | — |
| South High Community Worcester | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Sullivan Middle Worcester | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| West Tatnuck Worcester | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester | 3.0 mi | — |
| Paxton Center Paxton | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Tatnuck Worcester | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Gates Lane Worcester | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Chandler Magnet Worcester | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Heard Street Worcester | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| May Street Worcester | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Wire Village School Spencer | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| David Prouty High Spencer | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Columbus Park Worcester | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Knox Trail Middle School Spencer | 4.0 mi | 4.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF AUBURN Auburn | 4.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01524 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,191
Median Home Value
$390,800
Median Rent
$1,055/mo
Population
6,110
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles W Morey Lowell, MA | 4.8 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg, MA | 4.8 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea, MA | 4.8 |
| George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville, MA | 4.8 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton, MA | 4.8 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leicester Elementary
What grades does Leicester Elementary serve?
Leicester Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Leicester Elementary?
Leicester Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leicester Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Leicester Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leicester Elementary rank in MA?
Leicester Elementary ranks #1,397 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Leicester Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Leicester Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Leicester Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leicester Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Leicester Elementary a charter school?
No, Leicester Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leicester Elementary a Title I school?
No, Leicester Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (508) 892-7050
Resources & Links
District
Leicester- District Enrollment
- 1,322
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,796
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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