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Leicester Middle
Middle School · Leicester
174 Paxton Street, Leicester, MA 01524
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,267 of 1,793
In Leicester
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Leicester
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Leicester Middle
Middle School in Leicester · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Leicester Integrated Preschool
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Leicester Elementary
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Leicester Middle
Leicester Middle is a public middle school in Leicester, MA, part of Leicester. Leicester Middle serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Leicester Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,267 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Leicester Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Leicester Middle 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 Middle — Students at Leicester Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 111 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 Middle Compares
See how Leicester Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
174 Paxton Street, Leicester, MA 01524
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leicester Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sullivan Middle (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chandler Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South High Community (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leicester, see our Leicester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester Integrated Preschool Leicester | 0.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Leicester Elementary Leicester | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Leicester High Leicester | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MCAULEY NAZARETH HOME FOR BOYS Leicester | 0.9 mi | — |
| South High Community Worcester | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Sullivan Middle Worcester | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| West Tatnuck Worcester | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester | 2.9 mi | — |
| Tatnuck Worcester | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Paxton Center Paxton | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Gates Lane Worcester | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Chandler Magnet Worcester | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Heard Street Worcester | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| May Street Worcester | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Wire Village School Spencer | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| David Prouty High Spencer | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Columbus Park Worcester | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF AUBURN Auburn | 4.5 mi | — |
| Bryn Mawr Auburn | 4.5 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence, MA | 5.2 |
| Kiley Prep Springfield, MA | 5.2 |
| Lawrence Falmouth, MA | 5.2 |
| West Middle School Brockton, MA | 5.2 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence, MA | 5.3 |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leicester Middle
What grades does Leicester Middle serve?
Leicester Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Leicester Middle?
Leicester Middle has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leicester Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Leicester Middle is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leicester Middle rank in MA?
Leicester Middle ranks #1,267 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Leicester Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Leicester Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leicester Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Leicester Middle a charter school?
No, Leicester Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leicester Middle a Title I school?
No, Leicester Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (508) 892-7050
Resources & Links
District
Leicester- District Enrollment
- 1,322
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,796
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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