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#629 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 35% in state

Leicester High

High School · Leicester

964 Main Street, Leicester, MA 01524

Enrollment

397

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#629 of 1,793

In Leicester

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Leicester

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Leicester High

7.0/10

High School in Leicester · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Leicester Middle

5.2/10

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Leicester Integrated Preschool

3.5/10

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About Leicester High

Leicester High is a public high school in Leicester, MA, part of Leicester. Leicester High serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Leicester High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Leicester High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation15.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,796
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Leicester High — Students at Leicester High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32.5%
ELA
37.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
51.5%
ELA
56.5%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2023
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
33%
ELA
46%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Leicester High Compares

See how Leicester High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in MA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
15.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

964 Main Street, Leicester, MA 01524

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leicester High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sullivan Middle (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chandler Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South High Community (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Worcester), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Leicester, see our Leicester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Leicester Middle Leicester 0.4 mi 5.2
Leicester Integrated Preschool Leicester 0.4 mi 3.5
Leicester Elementary Leicester 0.4 mi 4.8
MCAULEY NAZARETH HOME FOR BOYS Leicester 1.0 mi
South High Community Worcester 2.0 mi 7.3
Sullivan Middle Worcester 2.2 mi 8.5
West Tatnuck Worcester 3.0 mi 6.0
WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester 3.1 mi
Gates Lane Worcester 3.1 mi 6.3
Tatnuck Worcester 3.4 mi 4.8
OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 3.2 mi 5.8
Heard Street Worcester 3.3 mi 6.3
Chandler Magnet Worcester 3.5 mi 7.8
May Street Worcester 3.5 mi 6.7
Paxton Center Paxton 4.5 mi 6.6
Columbus Park Worcester 3.6 mi 6.7
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF AUBURN Auburn 4.2 mi
Wire Village School Spencer 3.7 mi 4.4
Auburn Middle Auburn 4.8 mi 5.6
Bryn Mawr Auburn 4.2 mi 4.5

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

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Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester, MA 7.0
Snowden International High School Boston, MA 7.0
BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover, MA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leicester High

What grades does Leicester High serve?

Leicester High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Leicester High?

Leicester High has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leicester High?

The student-teacher ratio at Leicester High is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leicester High rank in MA?

Leicester High ranks #629 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Leicester High's MySchoolScout rating?

Leicester High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leicester High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leicester High a charter school?

No, Leicester High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leicester High a Title I school?

No, Leicester High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Leicester
District Enrollment
1,322
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,796
District Rank
#1 of 4

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