Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, Leicester High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leicester High School's student population of 397 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Leicester High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leicester High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#836 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leicester High School's ranking?
Leicester High School is ranked #836 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leicester High School?
The graduation rate of Leicester High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Leicester High School?
397 students attend Leicester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Leicester High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leicester High School?
Leicester High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leicester High School offer ?
Leicester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leicester High School part of?
Leicester High School is part of Leicester School District.
School Reviews
5 6/2/2023
Excellent High School. Prepared my children well for post-graduate studies at 4-year colleges. Small campus, caring teachers who go above and beyond, great extra-curricular activities, small town pride.
5 11/21/2022
Great faculty and lots of extracurriculars. Prepared me well for college.
5 8/18/2009
The curriculum is challenging yet manageable. You can choose from a wide variety of electives and AP programs. Sports are available for students with three passing grades per semester.
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