Serving 1,816 students in grades 8-12, Billerica Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Billerica Memorial High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Billerica school district, covering approximately 26.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this area takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with most students living an average of 3.1 miles from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone being 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Billerica Memorial High School's student population of 1,816 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,816 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Billerica Memorial 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 Billerica Memorial High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
51%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Indian Head
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billerica Memorial High School's ranking?
Billerica Memorial High School is ranked #834 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Billerica Memorial High School often compared to?
Billerica Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelmsford High School, Burlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Billerica Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Billerica Memorial High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Billerica Memorial High School?
1,816 students attend Billerica Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Billerica Memorial High School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Billerica Memorial High School?
Billerica Memorial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Billerica Memorial High School offer ?
Billerica Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Billerica Memorial High School part of?
Billerica Memorial High School is part of Billerica School District.
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