Serving 394 students in grades 5-8, Leicester Middle 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 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leicester Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Leicester, MA, covering an area of approximately 24.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leicester Middle School's student population of 394 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Leicester Middle 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 Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1102 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
67%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leicester Middle School's ranking?
Leicester Middle School is ranked #1102 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Leicester Middle School?
394 students attend Leicester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Leicester Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leicester Middle School?
Leicester Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leicester Middle School offer ?
Leicester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leicester Middle School part of?
Leicester Middle School is part of Leicester School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
You Should really update this because now there is 5th grade now in this school and there has been A bunch on new students so this website is a lie to anyone looking to move here
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