Billerica Memorial High School, formerly Howe High School, is a public secondary school in the town of Billerica, Massachusetts. It is the only high school under the purview of the Billerica Public Schools district, and serves approximately 1,600 students between grades 8 and 12.
Serving 1,821 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Billerica Memorial High School's student population of 1,821 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
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 0.53, 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
#834 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian Head
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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 90%.
How many students attend Billerica Memorial High School?
1,821 students attend Billerica Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Billerica Memorial High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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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